Spicy Chicken Buffalo Bread

Indulge in the fiery delight of Spicy Chicken Buffalo Bread – a mouthwatering treat featuring two halves of Italian bread generously coated with a cheesy buffalo chicken blend, baked to perfection until the cheese turns gooey and irresistible. Slice it up for individual servings and watch it disappear in no time!

Ingredients & Substitutions

• Bread: Opt for a French baguette or ciabatta for this recipe.
• Rotisserie Chicken: If you’re unable to procure rotisserie chicken from the store, consider making your own using a rotisserie chicken recipe. Alternatively, some stores offer pre-shredded rotisserie chicken, which works just as well.
• Buffalo Sauce: Customize the heat level of your bread by preparing your own buffalo sauce to taste. Store-bought options are equally suitable.
• Cheeses: I combined mozzarella and cheddar cheese for this recipe, but feel free to experiment with other varieties like blue cheese crumbles, provolone, or gouda.

Serving Suggestions for Spicy Chicken Buffalo Bread

This cheesy bread is rich and satisfying, making it a great main course. Pair it with roasted vegetables such as asparagus, green beans, or Brussels sprouts for a well-rounded meal.

Storing Spicy Chicken Buffalo Bread

Once cooled, wrap the bread in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store it in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. For best results, reheat in the oven to maintain its texture.

Ingredients

• 1 French baguette or ciabatta

Butter Mixture

• 1/4 cup (57 g) unsalted butter, melted (or more, depending on loaf size)
• 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped

Topping

• 1 package (8 ounces / 226 g) cream cheese, at room temperature
• 1/3 cup (91 g) buffalo sauce
• 2 tablespoons whole milk (optional, for a looser consistency)
• 2 cups (280 g) rotisserie chicken, shredded
• 1 cup (113 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 1/2 cups (169.5 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
   Slice the French baguette or ciabatta lengthwise into two halves. Place both halves, cut-side up, on the prepared baking sheet.

Butter Mixture

1. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and chopped parsley.
2. Brush the cut sides of the bread with the butter and parsley mixture.

Topping

1. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until creamy. Add the buffalo sauce and milk, if using.
2. To the cream cheese mixture, add the shredded chicken and mozzarella cheese. Stir until well combined.
3. Spoon half of the cream cheese mixture over each half of the buttered bread.
4. Top each half with 3/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
5. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until golden brown. Optional: Broil the bread for the last 1-2 minutes to achieve a crispy finish, watching carefully to prevent burning.
6. Slice the buffalo chicken bread into pieces and serve garnished with parsley. Enjoy!