Description
These Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Cheesy Bread Subs combine shredded chicken tossed in tangy buffalo sauce with creamy cheeses and ranch seasoning, all stuffed into buttery hoagie rolls and baked to golden perfection. A perfect spicy, cheesy comfort food for lunch or a game day snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Filling
- 1 lb cooked shredded chicken
- ½ cup buffalo sauce (adjust to taste)
- ¼ cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (half of 1 cup)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (half of 1 cup)
Assembly
- 4 large hoagie rolls
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (remaining half)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (remaining half)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Prepare the Chicken Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken with buffalo sauce, softened cream cheese, ranch seasoning mix, and half of the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is creamy and well blended.
- Prepare the Hoagie Rolls: Slice each hoagie roll lengthwise without cutting all the way through, creating a pocket for the filling. Brush the outside of each roll with melted butter evenly to enhance browning and flavor.
- Stuff the Rolls: Generously spoon the buffalo chicken mixture inside each hoagie roll, ensuring an even distribution. Top the stuffed fillings with the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheeses for a cheesy crust.
- Bake: Place the stuffed and buttered hoagie rolls on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese has melted completely and the bread turns a golden brown.
- Serve: Remove the rolls from the oven and allow them to cool for a minute to set the filling. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, slice into individual portions, and serve hot for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can adjust the buffalo sauce quantity depending on your spice preference.
- Using fresh shredded chicken or rotisserie chicken works well for this recipe.
- For an extra crispy crust, broil the subs for 1-2 minutes after baking—watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or toaster oven for best results.
