Chicken Alfredo Monkey Bread Recipe
This Chicken Alfredo Monkey Bread is a deliciously cheesy and savory pull-apart bread featuring tender shredded chicken mixed with creamy Alfredo sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses. Made using refrigerated biscuit dough, it’s an easy and crowd-pleasing appetizer or comfort food dish perfect for sharing at gatherings or family dinners.
- Author: Emma
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Chicken Mixture
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great!)
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Dough and Cheese
- 3 cups refrigerated biscuit dough (like Pillsbury Grands)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a bundt pan or a similarly sized oven-safe dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Chicken Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken with Alfredo sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to evenly coat the chicken with the sauce and seasonings.
- Prepare Biscuit Dough Pieces: Cut or tear the refrigerated biscuit dough into bite-sized pieces, roughly 1 to 1.5 inches in size. This will help the monkey bread pull apart easily once baked.
- Assemble the Monkey Bread: Working in layers, begin placing biscuit dough pieces into the greased pan. Sprinkle a portion of shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over dough pieces. Add a layer of the sauced chicken mixture on top. Repeat layering until all dough, cheese, and chicken are used, finishing with a layer of cheese on top.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 to 35 minutes, or until the biscuit dough is fully cooked through and golden brown on top, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Rest and Garnish: Remove the monkey bread from the oven and allow it to cool for about 5-10 minutes. This resting time helps it set, making it easier to remove from the pan and pull apart. Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top for a bright, fresh garnish.
- Serve: Carefully invert the bundt pan onto a serving plate or serve directly from the pan. Encourage guests to pull apart pieces of the cheesy, chicken-filled monkey bread to enjoy warm.
Notes
- Using rotisserie chicken is a great time saver but you can also use leftover cooked chicken or poached chicken breast.
- For a homemade Alfredo sauce, melt butter and whisk in heavy cream and Parmesan until thickened.
- Feel free to add extra garlic or red pepper flakes if you want more flavor and a bit of heat.
- Make sure to grease the pan well to ensure easy removal of the monkey bread.
- This dish is best served warm for gooey cheese and soft bread.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo Monkey Bread, cheesy monkey bread, pull apart bread, easy chicken appetizers, biscuit dough recipes, comfort food