Description
This chicken bread recipe combines the heartiness of bread with the savory goodness of chicken, creating a comforting and flavorful dish. Perfect for a snack, light meal, or potluck, this bread with chicken will be a crowd-pleaser. Easy to make and customize!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm milk (105-115°F)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups cooked chicken, cubed
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup melted butter, for brushing
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Add warm milk and oil, mix, and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Let rise for 1 hour.
- Prepare the Chicken Filling: Sauté onion and green bell pepper (if using). Add chicken, garlic powder, and black pepper. Cook until heated through.
- Assemble the Chicken Bread: Roll out dough into a rectangle. Spread chicken mixture evenly, leaving a border. Roll up tightly, seal the seam, and tuck the ends.
- Bake the Chicken Bread: Place in a greased loaf pan, seam-side down. Let rise for 30 minutes. Brush with melted butter. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Cool before slicing.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for best flavor.
- Ensure milk is warm (not hot) to activate the yeast.
- Don’t skip the second rise for a light, airy texture.
- Customize the filling with your favorite vegetables and spices.
- Use chicken broth for cooking the chicken for a richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of loaf)
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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