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BBQ Chicken Stuffed Bread

A savory stuffed baguette filled with shredded BBQ chicken, mozzarella, red onion, and cilantro—perfect for a quick crowd-pleaser.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 5 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked chicken shredded (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded, divided (1 1/4 cups and 1/4 cup)
  • 1/4 cup red onion chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 3/4 cup barbecue sauce divided (1/2 cup and remaining 1/4 cup)
  • 1 baguette crusty bread loaf, hollowed about 1 1/2 inches deep

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking tray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups shredded cooked chicken, 1 1/4 cups shredded mozzarella, 1/4 cup chopped red onion, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and 1/2 cup barbecue sauce; stir until evenly mixed.
  • If the mixture seems dry, add a little more barbecue sauce until it holds together but is not soggy.
  • Trim the top edge off the baguette and hollow out the center about 1 1/2 inches deep to create a well for the filling.
  • Spoon the BBQ chicken mixture into the hollowed baguette, pressing gently to fill evenly.
  • Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella over the top and drizzle with the remaining 1/4 cup barbecue sauce.
  • Place the stuffed baguette on the prepared baking tray and bake at 325°F for about 20 minutes, until heated through and cheese is melted.
  • Remove from the oven, let rest 2–3 minutes, then slice and serve.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife
  • spoon or rubber spatula
  • baking tray
  • Measuring Cups
  • Oven

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
  • Adjust BBQ sauce to taste for more or less sweetness.
  • Hollow the bread carefully to avoid puncturing the sides.
  • Bake just until heated through to keep the bread from drying out.