Description

Chicken Alfredo Garlic Bread Bowls combine creamy, cheesy fettuccine Alfredo with tender chicken served inside a toasted, garlicky bread bowl shell. This Italian-American comfort food dish is perfect for a hearty and satisfying meal, featuring rich Alfredo sauce made with Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses and infused with garlic and parsley flavors.

Ingredients

Bread Bowls and Garlic Butter

4 round bread bowls
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Fettuccine Alfredo and Filling

12 ounces fettuccine pasta
2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare the Bread Bowls: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Cut the tops off the bread bowls and hollow out the centers, leaving a thick shell. Mix melted butter with minced garlic and chopped parsley, then brush this mixture all over the inside and edges of the bread bowls. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until lightly toasted.
Cook the Pasta: While the bread bowls are toasting, cook the fettuccine pasta in salted boiling water according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Make the Alfredo Sauce: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and whole milk, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Finish the Sauce: Reduce heat to low and whisk in freshly grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and optional nutmeg until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked diced chicken and drained pasta to the Alfredo sauce. Toss gently to evenly coat the pasta and chicken with the sauce.
Assemble and Bake: Spoon the creamy chicken Alfredo mixture into each toasted bread bowl. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top if using. Return the filled bread bowls to the oven and bake for an additional 5 to 7 minutes until the cheese melts and everything is heated through.
Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately while warm, enjoying the creamy filling with the crispy garlic bread bowl.

Notes

Rotisserie chicken makes a convenient and flavorful shortcut for the cooked chicken.
For extra flavor, try adding cooked bacon pieces or sautéed mushrooms to the Alfredo filling.
The nutmeg in the sauce is optional but adds a subtle warmth and depth to the flavor.
You can substitute bread bowls with large sourdough or boule loaves hollowed out if preferred.