Description
This Cheesy Chicken Garlic Bread Sandwich is a delicious and hearty meal featuring shredded cooked chicken mixed with a blend of mozzarella and parmesan cheeses, mayonnaise, fresh parsley, and minced garlic, all spread generously over crusty French bread and baked until golden and bubbly. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or casual dinner, this recipe combines the savory flavors of garlic and cheese with tender chicken for an irresistible sandwich option.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesy Chicken Mixture
- 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Bread
- 1 loaf French bread, sliced in half lengthwise
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the sandwiches.
- Combine ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, chopped fresh parsley, and minced garlic.
- Mix thoroughly: Stir all the ingredients together until they are well combined, forming a thick, cheesy chicken mixture.
- Prepare the bread: Place the sliced French bread halves on a baking sheet with the cut sides facing up.
- Spread the mixture: Evenly divide and spread the cheesy chicken mixture across the two bread halves in a thick, even layer.
- Bake the sandwiches: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Remove from oven: Carefully take the cheesy chicken garlic bread sandwiches out of the oven once baked.
- Slice: Cut the sandwiches into individual portions suitable for serving.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the sandwiches hot and enjoy a flavorful, cheesy meal.
Notes
- You can use a mix of cooked rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the cheese mixture can give a nice spicy kick.
- For extra garlic flavor, lightly toast the bread with garlic butter before adding the mixture.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
