Name: Creamy Chicken Alfredo in Garlic Bread Bowls – Comforting, Cheesy & Perfectly Indulgent
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Italian-American Comfort Food
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, diced; 4 crusty round bread rolls or boules; 2 tbsp butter (for garlic butter); 3–4 garlic cloves, minced (divided); 1 tbsp chopped parsley; 2 tbsp butter (for sauce); 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half; ¾ cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 cup mozzarella (optional, for topping); Salt and pepper, to taste; Optional: 1–2 cups cooked pasta

Description

Creamy chicken Alfredo served in garlicky toasted bread bowls — a rich, cheesy dinner that’s indulgent, fun, and perfect for cozy nights.

Ingredients

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1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, diced
4 crusty round bread rolls or boules
2 tbsp butter (for garlic butter)
3–4 garlic cloves, minced (divided)
1 tbsp chopped parsley
2 tbsp butter (for sauce)
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
¾ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup mozzarella (optional, for topping)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: 1–2 cups cooked pasta

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F. Hollow out bread rolls and brush with garlic butter. Toast for 8–10 minutes.
Cook chicken in skillet with salt, pepper, and olive oil until browned. Set aside.
In same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic. Add cream and simmer 3–4 minutes.
Stir in parmesan until smooth. Add cooked chicken (and pasta if using).
Fill toasted bread bowls with mixture. Top with mozzarella if desired.
Bake 5–7 minutes until bubbly. Garnish and serve hot.

Notes

Use fresh garlic for best flavor.
Skip pasta for a lower-carb version.
Add spinach or mushrooms to mix it up.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: Italian-American Comfort Food

Nutrition

Calories: ~700 per bread bowl