Chicken Alfredo Bread Bowls (Printable Version)
Tender chicken and creamy sauce combine inside crisp bread bowls for a warm, satisfying meal.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Protein
01 -
3 pieces chicken breasts, cubed
→ Pasta
02 -
1 pound penne or fettuccine pasta
→ Bread
03 -
6 Kaiser rolls
→ Sauce and Cheese
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1 jar Alfredo sauce, approximately 15 ounces
05 -
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
→ Seasonings and Oils
06 -
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
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3 to 4 teaspoons garlic and herb seasoning
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
# Steps to Cook:
01 -
Season chicken cubes with garlic and herb seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 6 to 8 minutes until fully cooked.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, then drain thoroughly.
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Slice the tops off Kaiser rolls and carefully hollow out the centers to form bread bowls.
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Mix melted butter with garlic and herb seasoning. Brush this mixture inside and around the edges of the bread bowls. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 4 to 5 minutes until lightly toasted.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, drained pasta, and Alfredo sauce. Stir until ingredients are evenly coated.
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Fill the toasted bread bowls with the chicken Alfredo mixture and sprinkle shredded Parmesan cheese on top.
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Return the filled bread bowls to the oven and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 4 to 5 minutes until the cheese has melted and the bread is crisp.
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Serve the chicken Alfredo bread bowls hot. Optionally garnish with parsley or red pepper flakes.
# Extra Suggestions:
01 -
If Kaiser rolls are unavailable, sourdough or French rolls can be substituted. To maintain texture for leftovers, store pasta and bread separately. Ideal accompaniment includes a fresh salad or a glass of wine.