Ingredients
- 1 round loaf sourdough or French bread (unsliced)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (or pepper jack for extra spice)
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles, drained
- ½ cup (1 stick) butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
🔎 Pro Tip: Use a combination of cheeses like cheddar + pepper jack for extra flavor!
Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Bread
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice the bread diagonally in a crisscross pattern (don’t cut all the way through—leave about ½ inch at the bottom).
2️⃣ Stuff with Cheese & Chiles
- Gently separate the cuts and stuff cheese and green chiles into every crevice.
3️⃣ Drench in Garlic Butter
- Mix melted butter and minced garlic, then pour all over the bread, making sure it seeps into the cuts.
- Wrap the loaf in foil (to keep it moist) and bake for 15 minutes.
4️⃣ Crisp & Serve!
- Unwrap, bake 5-10 more minutes until cheese is bubbly and edges are golden.
- Sprinkle with cilantro or parsley (optional but pretty!).
5️⃣ Pull Apart & Devour!
- Serve hot with:
- Warm marinara or salsa
- Creamy avocado dip
- Extra hot sauce for spice lovers
Pro Tips for the Best Pull-Apart Bread
✔ Use a serrated knife for clean cuts without squishing the bread.
✔ Don’t skip the foil wrap – It keeps the bread soft while the cheese melts.
✔ Make it ahead – Stuff the loaf, wrap in foil, and refrigerate until ready to bake.
✔ Air fryer option? Yes! 330°F for 8-10 mins (skip foil for crispiness).
Delicious Variations
Bacon & Jalapeño – Add crispy bacon bits + fresh jalapeños.
Buffalo Chicken – Toss shredded chicken in buffalo sauce before stuffing.
Four-Cheese – Mix mozzarella, cheddar, Parmesan & cream cheese.
FAQs (Quick Answers!)
Q: Can I use a baguette instead?
A: Yes! Just adjust baking time (may cook faster).
Q: How do I reheat leftovers?
A: Wrap in foil, bake at 300°F for 10 mins or microwave briefly.
Q: Can I make it vegetarian?
A: It already is! Just check cheese labels if strict vegetarian.
Final Tip: Double the Recipe!
One loaf is never enough—make two and watch them vanish!
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