BBQ Chicken Bread – Plain Chicken

BBQ Chicken Bread – A flaky base of crescent rolls topped with fried chicken tenders, smoky bacon, tangy BBQ sauce, and melted shredded cheese, creating a flavor explosion in every bite. Perfect for game day gatherings, potlucks, or casual get-togethers, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your rotation!

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Barbecue Chicken Bread

Get ready to indulge in a flavor-packed delight with BBQ chicken bread! Crescent roll dough, topped with layers of succulent fried chicken tenders, crispy bacon, tangy BBQ sauce, and melty shredded cheese. Whether served as a hearty appetizer, a satisfying snack, or a crowd-pleasing dinner, this BBQ chicken bread is sure to be a hit with friends and family alike. So grab a slice and get ready to indulge in pure comfort food bliss!

How to Make BBQ Chicken Bread

This dish is super easy to make with only a few simple ingredients. Spray a loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray or brush with olive oil. Open a can of crescent rolls, and don’t unroll. Using a sharp knife, cut the whole roll of dough in half. Place dough cut side down in the loaf pan.

Chop chicken tenders into bite-sized pieces. Sprinkle chicken over the crescent rolls. Top the chicken with cooked chopped bacon. Drizzle BBQ sauce over the top and sprinkle with shredded cheese. 

Bake in a preheated oven until bubbly and golden brown. Garnish the bread with green onions or parsley. Carefully remove the bread from the pan and cut into slices.

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

• You can use frozen chicken tenders or store-bought chicken tenders.
  • Prepare the frozen chicken tenders according to the package directions before adding them to the bread.
  • I use frozen Just Bare Chicken strips and cook them in the air fryer.
  • My favorite store-bought chicken tenders are from Publix.
• Can substitute any cooked chicken – leftover grilled chicken breast or shredded chicken works great.
• Our favorite store-bought BBQ sauces are Sweet Baby Rays, Stubbs, G.Hughes, and Williamson Brothers. I buy them all at Walmart.
  • Here is our recipe for Homemade BBQ Sauce made with ketchup, water, apple cider vinegar, white vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, Kosher salt, black pepper, and cumin: https://www.plainchicken.com/homemade-bbq-sauce/
• Variations/Additions:
  • red onion
  • olives
  • diced green chilies
  • sesame seeds
• For extra flavor, add your favorite spices to the recipe such as onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
• Line the bread pan with parchment paper to easily remove the bread from the pan after baking.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • Reheat in the microwave or in the air fryer.

What to Serve with BBQ Chicken Breadsticks

These breadsticks have been on repeat at our house. I always have the ingredients on hand to whip up a batch or two at a moment’s notice. This is my go-to recipe for parties and easy weeknight meals. Kids and adults gobble them up! Enhance the savory indulgence of BBQ chicken bread by pairing it with an array of delectable sides that complement its bold flavors! 

• Start by serving a crisp garden salad tossed with fresh vegetables and a tangy vinaigrette to add a refreshing contrast to the richness of the dish. 
• Additionally, consider adding classic barbecue sides like a bowl of coleslaw, potato salad, or baked beans to create a Southern-inspired feast. 
• For a lighter option, opt for roasted or grilled vegetables such as corn on the cob, zucchini, or bell peppers, which add a pop of color and nutritious goodness. 
• Remember to set out dipping sauces like ranch dressing or extra barbecue sauce for an extra burst of flavor. 

With these delicious accompaniments, your BBQ chicken bread meal will be a complete and satisfying culinary experience that’s perfect for any occasion! Looking for more side dish ideas? Here are some popular recipes from the website:

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BBQ Chicken Bread

Yield: 3 people

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 18 minutes mins

Total Time 28 minutes mins

BBQ Chicken Bread – A flaky base of crescent rolls topped with fried chicken tenders, smoky bacon, tangy BBQ sauce, and melted shredded cheese, creating a flavor explosion in every bite. Perfect for game day gatherings, potlucks, or casual get-togethers, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your rotation!

• 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

• Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Spray a loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray and line with parchment paper.

• Open a can of crescent rolls, and don’t unroll. Using a sharp knife, cut the whole roll of dough in half. Place the dough cut side down in the loaf pan and press down.

• Chop chicken tenders into bite-sized pieces. Sprinkle chicken over the crescent rolls. Top the chicken with cooked chopped bacon. Drizzle BBQ sauce over the top and sprinkle with shredded cheese.

• Bake in a preheated oven until bubbly and golden brown. Garnish the bread with green onions or parsley. Carefully remove the bread from the pan and cut into slices.

• You can use frozen chicken tenders or store-bought chicken tenders.
  • Prepare the frozen chicken tenders according to the package directions before adding them to the bread.
  • I use frozen Just Bare Chicken strips and cook them in the air fryer.
  • My favorite store-bought chicken tenders are from Publix.
• Can substitute any cooked chicken – leftover grilled chicken breast or shredded chicken works great.
• Our favorite store-bought BBQ sauces are Sweet Baby Rays, Stubbs, G.Hughes, and Williamson Brothers. I buy them all at Walmart.
  • Here is our recipe for Homemade BBQ Sauce made with ketchup, water, apple cider vinegar, white vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, Kosher salt, black pepper, and cumin: https://www.plainchicken.com/homemade-bbq-sauce/
• Variations/Additions:
  • red onion
  • olives
  • diced green chilies
  • sesame seeds
• For extra flavor, add your favorite spices to the recipe such as onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
• Line the bread pan with parchment paper to easily remove the bread from the pan after baking.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • Reheat in the microwave or in the air fryer.
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Steph