Chicken Alfredo Garlic Bread

Ingredients:

• Chicken
• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, halved lengthwise and pounded evenly
• Salt, to taste
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 2 tbsp clarified butter or oil
• Alfredo Sauce
• 2 tbsp fresh garlic, finely minced
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• Salt, to taste
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• Garlic Butter
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tbsp fresh garlic, finely minced
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
• Salt, to taste
• Assembly
• 1 loaf Italian bread
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Pat chicken dry and season with salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
3. Heat clarified butter or oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook chicken 4–5 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove, slice, and set aside.
4. In another pan over medium-low heat, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Gradually stir in Parmesan, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until thickened.
5. In a bowl, mix softened butter, garlic, parsley, and salt to make garlic butter.
6. Slice bread in half lengthwise and spread garlic butter evenly. Spoon Alfredo sauce over the bread, sprinkle with mozzarella, and top with sliced chicken. Drizzle with additional Alfredo sauce.
7. Bake 20–25 minutes, until bread is crispy and cheese is melted and golden. Serve warm.