Gooey pull-apart bread filled with shredded chicken, melty cheeses, herbs, and butter for a flavorful, shareable dish.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Bread
01 - 1 large round sourdough loaf (about 1 lb)
→ Filling
02 - 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
03 - 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
05 - ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
06 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
07 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
09 - ½ teaspoon salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
11 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
→ Topping
12 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Using a serrated knife, slice the bread in a crosshatch pattern creating 1-inch cubes without cutting through the bottom.
03 - In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, mozzarella, cheddar, mayonnaise, garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika until evenly combined.
04 - Carefully pull apart bread sections and fill the gaps evenly with the chicken-cheese mixture.
05 - Drizzle melted butter over the stuffed bread, allowing it to seep into the crevices.
06 - Sprinkle grated Parmesan and chopped chives over the top.
07 - Place loaf on the prepared baking sheet, cover loosely with foil, and bake for 15 minutes.
08 - Remove foil and bake an additional 8 to 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
09 - Let cool for 5 minutes, then serve warm pulling apart pieces to enjoy.
