Description
This Chicken Alfredo Monkey Bread is a savory twist on the classic pull-apart bread that combines tender shredded chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, and melted cheeses layered with buttery, flaky biscuit dough. Perfect for sharing, it makes a comforting appetizer or main dish with gooey, flavorful bites that are easy to serve and enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Mixture
- 2 cups pre-cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Biscuit Dough and Coating
- 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- Additional garlic powder (for tossing biscuit pieces)
Cheeses
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken and Sauce: Shred or dice your pre-cooked chicken evenly, then combine it in a mixing bowl with the Alfredo sauce, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix thoroughly to ensure every piece of chicken is well coated with the flavorful sauce.
- Cut and Coat the Biscuit Dough: Slice each biscuit into quarters to create bite-sized pieces. Toss these dough pieces in the melted butter and a pinch of garlic powder, coating them evenly to help develop a golden, flavorful crust when baked.
- Assemble the Monkey Bread Layers: Grease a bundt or tube pan to prevent sticking. Begin layering by adding a portion of the butter-coated biscuit pieces, then an even layer of the chicken Alfredo mixture, followed by a generous sprinkling of shredded mozzarella cheese. Repeat these layers until all ingredients are used up, finishing with a layer of biscuit pieces topped with mozzarella cheese.
- Add a Final Cheese Layer and Bake: Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top layer. Place the bundt pan into a preheated oven set to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown, bubbly, and cooked through.
- Cool Slightly and Serve: Remove the baked monkey bread from the oven and allow it to cool for 5-10 minutes before carefully inverting it onto a serving plate. Letting it cool briefly helps the layers set and makes it easier to pull apart and enjoy.
Notes
- Make sure to use pre-cooked chicken to reduce preparation time.
- You can substitute the refrigerated biscuit dough with homemade biscuit dough if preferred.
- For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like parsley or basil layered in with the chicken mixture.
- Serve warm for the best gooey cheese pull and flavor experience.
- Check the bread at 30 minutes of baking to avoid over-browning.
