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A golden brown braided Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bread sliced on a wooden board

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bread

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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound pizza dough, room temperature
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
  • 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 4 cloves garlic , minced
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon sal t
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large egg , beaten

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Roll the dough into a 10 by 15 inch rectangle on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Brush 2 tablespoons of the garlic butter mixture down the center third of the dough.
  5. Spread the shredded chicken over the buttered section, then top with shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan.
  6. Using a knife or kitchen shears, cut 1-inch wide strips at a slight downward angle along both sides of the filling.
  7. Fold the strips over the filling, alternating sides to create a braided appearance.
  8. Brush the top of the braided dough with the beaten egg wash.
  9. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the internal temperature of the bread reaches 190 degrees Fahrenheit.
  10. Remove from the oven and immediately brush with the remaining garlic butter mixture before slicing and serving.