chili cheese bread

Riverside, CA
Updated on Jul 5, 2024

I take this to just about every potluck and family get-together.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

Serve this chili cheese bread as an appetizer or alongside a bowl of your favorite soup. It has tons of gooey cheese and is so good. Quick and easy to make, it tastes like a chicken quesadilla. Try topping with sliced jalapenos if you want more of a kick.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 35 Min
method Bake
yield 12 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 - loaf French bread
  • 1 cup softened butter
  • 1 1/2 cups grated Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese
  • 2 cans chunk white chicken (12.5 oz each)
  • 8 ounces chunky red medium/hot salsa, like Herdez

How To Make chili cheese bread

  • Slice French bread in half lengthwise.
    Step 1
    Slice fresh French bread loaf in half lengthwise. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Drain and shred the chicken.
    Step 2
    Drain and shred the chicken.
  • Mix together chicken, cheese, cream cheese, and salsa.
    Step 3
    Mix together the chicken, grated cheese, softened butter, and salsa.
  • Place mixture on top of the bread.
    Step 4
    Spread the chunky mixture on the cut sides of the loaf. Place separately on a cookie sheet.
  • Bake until the cheese is melted.
    Step 5
    Bake until the cheese has melted (about 30 - 35 minutes)
  • Slices of Chili Cheese Bread on a platter.
    Step 6
    Slice into 2-inch pieces and serve hot.

Discover More

Category: Savory Breads
Keyword: #Party Food
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Bread

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