Chicken Bacon Ranch Bread (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 (16 inch) loaf Italian Bread.
02 - 1 (8 oz) package chive and onion cream cheese, softened.
03 - 1 cup bottled Ranch salad dressing.
04 - 1 1/2 tsp garlic salt.
05 - 1 tsp onion powder.
06 - 3 cups rotisserie chicken, roughly chopped.
07 - 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled.
08 - 3 medium green onions, finely chopped.
09 - 3 cups shredded Colby-Jack cheese.
10 - 1 Tbsp melted butter.

# Instructions:

01 - Heat oven to 350°F and have a baking sheet ready.
02 - Beat cream cheese, Ranch dressing, garlic salt, and onion powder until smooth. Mix in chicken, bacon, green onions, and 1 cup cheese.
03 - Cut bread lengthwise and hollow out centers of both halves.
04 - Add 1 cup cheese to bottom half, spread filling mixture, top with remaining cheese.
05 - Place top half on filling and press gently. Brush all sides with melted butter and wrap in foil.
06 - Bake wrapped loaf for 30-40 minutes. Uncover last 5 minutes to crisp. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.

# Notes:

01 - Best served warm.
02 - Can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
03 - Great for parties and game day.

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