Description
This BBQ Chicken Bread is a savory, easy-to-make baked treat combining flaky crescent roll dough with tender fried chicken, smoky bacon, tangy BBQ sauce, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a quick snack or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, it’s baked to golden perfection and finished with fresh green onions for a burst of flavor.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 (8-oz) can refrigerated crescent rolls
- 4 pieces fried chicken strips, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- ¼ cup cooked chopped bacon
- ¼ cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 400ºF (200ºC). Spray a loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray and line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow for easy removal.
- Prepare Dough Base: Open the can of crescent rolls without unrolling the dough. Using a sharp knife, slice the roll in half lengthwise. Place these halves cut side down into the prepared loaf pan, pressing down firmly to form an even base layer.
- Add Toppings: Chop the fried chicken tenders into bite-sized pieces and evenly sprinkle them over the crescent roll dough. Next, sprinkle the cooked chopped bacon on top, then drizzle the BBQ sauce evenly across the layered ingredients. Finally, evenly sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over everything.
- Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes. Bake until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown, and the crescent roll dough is cooked through and golden on the edges.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the baked bread from the oven and sprinkle the finely chopped green onions or parsley on top for a fresh finish. Carefully lift the bread out of the pan using the parchment paper, slice into servings, and enjoy warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider mixing some smoked paprika or garlic powder into the BBQ sauce before drizzling.
- You can substitute fried chicken strips with rotisserie chicken for a quicker prep.
- Use any variety of cheese you like, such as pepper jack for a spicy kick or mozzarella for a milder flavor.
- Serve with extra BBQ sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
