If you’re looking for the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer or a comforting, cheesy dinner, this Chicken Bacon Ranch Stuffed Bread is exactly what you need. Imagine a warm loaf of French bread packed full of creamy ranch-seasoned chicken, crispy bacon, and gooey melted cheese. It’s rich, savory, indulgent, and unbelievably easy to make.
Perfect for parties, game nights, potlucks, or a fun twist on a weeknight meal, this stuffed bread disappears fast every time!
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Super cheesy and comforting
- Loaded with flavor: ranch, bacon, chicken, garlic
- Fast to make—ready in under 30 minutes
- Great for sharing or slicing into handheld pieces
- Uses simple ingredients you probably already have
🧾 Ingredients
For the Stuffing Mixture
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons green onions (optional, for color and flavor)
For the Bread
- 1 large French bread loaf or Italian loaf
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ranch seasoning (optional for brushing)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Bread
- Slice the French loaf lengthwise, like you’re making a giant sandwich.
- Hollow out some of the soft bread in the center to make room for the filling.
- Place both bread halves on a baking sheet.
3. Make the Stuffing
In a large bowl, mix together:
- Cooked chicken
- Bacon
- Mozzarella
- Cheddar
- Cream cheese
- Ranch dressing
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Black pepper
- Green onions (if using)
Stir until everything is fully combined and creamy.
4. Assemble the Stuffed Bread
- Spoon the chicken bacon ranch mixture into the hollowed-out bread halves.
- Spread evenly from end to end.
- Sprinkle extra cheese on top if desired.
5. Brush with Butter
Brush the exposed bread edges with melted butter.
For extra flavor, mix a little ranch seasoning into the butter.
6. Bake
Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until:
- Cheese is melted and bubbly
- Bread edges are golden and crisp
Let cool for 5 minutes, then slice into thick pieces.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
Serve with:
- Extra ranch dressing
- Side salad
- Chips
- Veggie sticks
- Soup or chili
Perfect for:
- Game day
- Parties
- Movie nights
- Weekend appetizers
- Family dinners
🔥 Tips for Success
- Use rotisserie chicken for fast prep.
- Add jalapeños for heat.
- Use sharp cheddar for extra flavor.
- Try mixing in a little hot sauce or buffalo sauce for a spicy twist.
- For a crispier result, bake the empty bread for 5 minutes before filling.
🔄 Optional Add-Ins
- Cooked spinach
- Diced tomatoes (added after baking)
- Caramelized onions
- Mushrooms
- Ranch-seasoned panko crumbs on top
Chicken Bacon Ranch Stuffed Bread
Ingredients
• 1 loaf French or Italian bread (or sourdough)
• 2 tbsp butter, softened
• 1 clove garlic, minced (optional, for garlicky kick)
• 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
• 6 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 packet ranch seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade)
• 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese (divided)
• 2 green onions, sliced (optional)
• Optional: ¼ cup mayonnaise or cream cheese (for creaminess)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the bread lengthwise down the center, then make diagonal cuts every 1 inch across both sides (don’t cut through the bottom crust).
- In a bowl, mix softened butter and garlic (if using). Spread over all cut surfaces of the bread.
- In another bowl, combine chicken, bacon, ranch seasoning, 1 cup cheese, green onions, and mayo/cream cheese (if using). Mix well.
- Stuff the mixture into the bread’s slits, pushing in gently to fill.
- Sprinkle remaining ½ cup cheese on top.
- Wrap the loaf in foil and bake 15 minutes.
- Unwrap and bake 10–15 more minutes until golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool 2 minutes, then pull apart and serve warm!
✨ Great for game day, potlucks, or as a fun dinner centerpiece!
💡 Make ahead: Assemble unbaked and refrigerate overnight. Bake fresh when ready.
PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time : 20 mins , Cook Time : 25 mins , Total Time : 45 mins , Servings : 8 (slices) , Calories : 320 per serving , Net Carbs: 28g , Fats: 16g , Protein: 18g