Effortless Chicken Bacon Ranch Bread (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
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1 large Italian bread loaf (about 16 inches).
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1 tbsp of melted butter.
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8 oz of soft chive and onion cream cheese.
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1 cup of creamy ranch dressing.
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1 1/2 tsp garlic-flavored salt.
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1 tsp of powdered onion seasoning.
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3 cups of diced rotisserie chicken.
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6 bacon strips, cooked and broken into bits.
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3 stalks of green onion, finely chopped.
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3 cups of Colby-Jack cheese, split up for use later.
# Preparation Steps:
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Set your oven to 350°F to preheat.
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Whisk cream cheese, ranch, garlic salt, and onion powder until smooth. Stir in chicken, crumbled bacon, chopped onions, and 1 cup of cheese.
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Slice bread lengthwise and scoop out the center. Sprinkle 1 cup of cheese at the bottom. Fill with the mixture from edge to edge, add more cheese on top, and press the other bread half back on. Brush butter all over the surface.
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Wrap it up in foil and bake for 30-40 minutes. Remove foil for the last 5 minutes of baking. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice into 1-inch thick pieces.
# Additional Tips:
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Choose a big, soft bread loaf at least 16 inches long.
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You’ll need a mixer to get the filling creamy.
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Any cooked chicken works fine here.
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Perfect dish for parties or watching the game!