Blackened Chicken Alfredo Garlic Bread Recipe
This Blackened Chicken Alfredo Garlic Bread is a flavorful twist on classic garlic bread, topped with tender blackened chicken pieces and a creamy homemade Alfredo sauce. Layered with mozzarella and white cheddar cheeses, it makes for a rich and satisfying appetizer or meal perfect for sharing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Bread
- 1 loaf Italian bread, sliced lengthwise
- ½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
Chicken
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total), cut into ½-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon blackened seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Alfredo Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion, diced (about ½ cup)
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 2 cups (476 g) heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups (200 g) Parmesan cheese, finely grated
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Topping
- 1 cup (113 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup (113 g) white cheddar cheese, shredded
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with the blackened seasoning to coat evenly. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until fully cooked and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add Cheese and Seasonings: Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season with kosher salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
- Prepare the Bread: Slice the Italian bread lengthwise and spread the softened butter evenly on both halves. Sprinkle garlic salt over the buttered surface.
- Assemble the Garlic Bread: Spread the Alfredo sauce over the buttered bread halves. Distribute the blackened chicken pieces evenly on top of the sauce. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and white cheddar cheeses over the chicken.
- Bake the Bread: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the assembled bread halves on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the garlic bread from the oven and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top. Slice and serve warm, enjoying the rich and spicy flavors.
Notes
- You can use store-bought blackened seasoning or make your own with paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- For extra crispiness, broil the bread for 1-2 minutes after baking but watch closely to prevent burning.
- Adjust the crushed red pepper flakes in the Alfredo sauce according to your preferred spice level.
- The bread is best served immediately to enjoy the melted cheese and warm chicken.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven to maintain crispness.
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