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Chicken Alfredo Garlic Bread Bowls

Delicious bread bowls filled with creamy chicken Alfredo pasta, providing a fun and portable comfort food experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 3 pieces chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking the chicken.
  • 1-2 teaspoons salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1-2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper Adjust according to taste.
  • 3-4 teaspoons garlic and herb seasoning Divided for seasoning the chicken and the garlic butter.
For the Pasta
  • 1 pound pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your choice) Cook until al dente.
  • 1 jar Alfredo sauce (about 15 oz) Any brand will work.
For the Bread Bowls
  • 6 pieces Kaiser rolls Hollowed out to create bowls.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted For brushing the bread bowls.
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Plus extra for serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the cubed chicken with garlic and herb seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain well.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  5. Hollow out the Kaiser rolls and brush the inside and cut edges with melted butter mixed with the remaining garlic and herb seasoning.
Toasting and Filling
  1. Toast the bread bowls in the oven for 4-5 minutes until lightly toasted.
  2. In the skillet with the chicken, combine the drained pasta and Alfredo sauce, and stir until coated and warmed through.
  3. Spoon the chicken Alfredo mixture into each toasted bread bowl and sprinkle with shredded Parmesan.
  4. Return the filled bowls to the oven for another 4-5 minutes until the cheese melts.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley or red pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days; bread will soften over time. Reheat in the oven to retain crispness.