Chili Bread

Bold, flavorful, and irresistibly cheesy, this Chili Bread recipe transforms a simple French loaf into a spicy, savory masterpiece that’s perfect for sharing. Featuring a creamy garlic-chili butter base infused with sautéed green chilies, red chili flakes, and seasoned with just the right amount of salt and pepper, this bread is topped with a generous layer of bubbling cheddar cheese for the ultimate melty goodness. Fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness, while a touch of olive oil brings out the richness of the ingredients. Whether you’re serving it as an appetizer, a game-day snack, or a side to your favorite soup, this easy-to-make, oven-baked Chili Bread is guaranteed to become a crowd-pleasing favorite! Perfect for those looking to spice up their bread game, this recipe is ready in just 35 minutes and serves six—ideal for satisfying cravings with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 loaf French bread loaf
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 2 pieces Green chili (finely chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 4 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise and set it aside on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 3

In a small pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped garlic and green chili. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, sautéed garlic and chili mixture, cream cheese, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.

Step 5

Spread an even layer of the prepared mixture onto the cut sides of the bread halves.

Step 6

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the butter mixture on both bread halves.

Step 7

Place the prepared bread halves in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the bread edges are golden and crispy.

Step 8

Remove the bread from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 9

Allow to cool for 2-3 minutes, then slice into pieces and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(746.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2487.7

Total Fat 152.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 369.5mg	0%
Sodium 4485.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 217.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 11.8g
Protein 73.3g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1055.5mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 988.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.0%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 34.4%