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Ingredients
– **1x Scale (Serves 4-6):**
– 1 (16 inch) loaf Italian Bread
– 1 (8 oz) package chive and onion cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup bottled Ranch salad dressing
– 1 1/2 tsp garlic salt
– 1 tsp onion powder
– 3 cups rotisserie chicken, roughly chopped
– 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
– 3 medium green onions, finely chopped
– 3 cups shredded Colby-Jack cheese, divided
– 1 Tbsp melted butter
### Instructions
#### 1. Preheat Oven
– Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking sheet and set it aside.
#### 2. Mix the Filling
– **Combine Ingredients:** In a medium mixing bowl, beat together:
– 1 package of chive and onion cream cheese (softened)
– 1 cup Ranch salad dressing
– 1 1/2 tsp garlic salt
– 1 tsp onion powder
– **Stir in:** Add and stir until well combined:
– 3 cups chopped rotisserie chicken
– 6 slices cooked and crumbled bacon
– 3 finely chopped green onions
– 1 cup shredded Colby-Jack cheese
#### 3. Prepare the Bread
– **Slice and Hollow:**
– Slice the Italian bread loaf in half lengthwise.
– Hollow out some of the bread from the center of each half to make room for the filling.
#### 4. Assemble the Stuffed Bread
– **Layer Cheese and Filling:**
– Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded Colby-Jack cheese on the bottom half of the bread.
– Spread the filling mixture evenly over the cheese layer.
– Top with another 1 cup of shredded Colby-Jack cheese.
– **Close the Bread:**
– Place the top half of the bread over the filling.
– Press gently to seal.
#### 5. Final Touches
– **Brush and Wrap:**
– Brush the bread on all sides with melted butter.
– Wrap the entire loaf in aluminum foil.
#### 6. Bake
– **Bake the Loaf:**
– Place the foil-wrapped loaf on the prepared baking sheet.
– Bake for 30-40 minutes until the bread is heated through and the cheese is melted.
– **Crisp the Bread:**
– Open the foil for the last 5 minutes of baking to allow the bread to crisp up.
#### 7. Serve
– **Rest and Slice:**
– Let the bread rest for about 5 minutes after baking.
– Slice and serve warm.
### Enjoy!
This Chicken Bacon Ranch Stuffed Bread is perfect for sharing with family and friends, offering a delightful blend of creamy, cheesy, and savory flavors all encased in a crispy bread shell. Serve it as a main dish or a hearty appetizer, and watch it disappear in no time!
