I still remember the first time I made Chicken Alfredo Monkey Bread, and yeah… it wasn’t planned. I had leftover rotisserie chicken, a half-used jar of Alfredo sauce, and one of those “what on earth do I cook tonight?” moods. You know the feeling, right? I wanted comfort food, but I didn’t want another boring bowl of pasta.
That’s when monkey bread popped into my head. Normally sweet. Usually sticky. Almost always dangerous around hungry people. But what if I went savory? What if I went Alfredo? That question alone felt like a small culinary rebellion—and honestly, I’m glad I listened to it.
This dish now shows up at my table on game nights, casual family dinners, and even those “oops, guests are coming” moments. It pulls apart easily, smells ridiculous while baking, and disappears fast. Let’s talk about why this recipe works, how to make it foolproof, and how to level it up like a pro.
Why Chicken Alfredo Monkey Bread Works So Well
Ever notice how the internet loves recipes that feel familiar but slightly unhinged? This is one of them—in the best way possible.
Comfort Food Meets Party Food
Chicken Alfredo already screams comfort. Monkey bread brings the fun. Combine the two and you get:
- Creamy sauce in every bite
- Cheesy pull-apart dough
- Chicken tucked into fluffy bread pockets
IMO, this hits harder than regular Alfredo pasta. No fork required. That alone feels like a win 🙂
Ingredients You’ll Need (Nothing Fancy, Promise)
Here’s the beauty of this dish—it uses stuff most American kitchens already have.
Core Ingredients
- Refrigerated biscuit dough (the flaky kind)
- Cooked chicken (rotisserie saves lives)
- Alfredo sauce (jarred or homemade)
- Mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Butter
- Garlic
- Italian seasoning
- Salt & black pepper
That’s it. No weird ingredients. No last-minute grocery run. Ever wondered why recipes like this go viral? This is why.
The Best Tools That Make This Recipe Easier (Worth It, IMO)
I don’t push kitchen gadgets unless I actually use them. These genuinely help.
- Bundt Pan – Even baking + that classic monkey bread shape
👉 Nordic Ware Original Bundt Pan - Silicone Pastry Brush – For buttery garlic goodness
👉 OXO Silicone Pastry Brush - Cheese Grater – Fresh parmesan melts better. Period.
👉 Microplane Classic Zester Grater
I tried skipping the bundt pan once. Once. Never again.
How to Make Chicken Alfredo Monkey Bread (Step by Step)
Step 1: Prep the Oven & Pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Generously grease your bundt pan with butter. Don’t be shy here. Sticky bread hates under-buttered pans.
Step 2: Prep the Dough
Cut each biscuit into quarters. I use kitchen scissors because I’m impatient and they work better than a knife.
Step 3: Mix the Filling
In a large bowl, combine:
- Biscuit pieces
- Cooked chicken (bite-size)
- Mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
Toss gently so everything coats evenly.
Step 4: Make the Alfredo Butter Sauce
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds. Pour in Alfredo sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and warm.
Step 5: Assemble
Pour half the dough mixture into the bundt pan. Drizzle with half the sauce. Repeat with remaining dough and sauce. Press down lightly.
Step 6: Bake
Cover loosely with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 15–20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Step 7: Rest & Flip
Let it rest 10 minutes. Flip onto a plate. Try not to panic. It always looks worse before it looks amazing.
Tips & Tricks That Make This Foolproof
Use Cold Dough
Cold biscuit dough cuts cleaner and bakes fluffier. Warm dough turns sticky and annoying.
Don’t Overfill the Pan
Leave a little space. Monkey bread expands like it has plans.
Add Extra Cheese on Top
A final sprinkle of mozzarella before baking uncovered creates that golden crust everyone fights over.
Serve Immediately
This dish shines hot. Reheated is fine, but fresh is unbeatable.
Easy Variations (Because Options Matter)
Want to switch it up? Try these:
- Buffalo Chicken Alfredo – Add buffalo sauce drizzle
- Spinach Alfredo – Toss in sautéed spinach
- Bacon Alfredo Monkey Bread – Because bacon
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease bundt pan.
- Cut biscuits into quarters.
- Toss biscuits with chicken and cheese.
- Melt butter, add garlic, stir in Alfredo sauce and seasoning.
- Layer dough and sauce in pan.
- Bake covered 30 min, uncovered 15–20 min.
- Rest 10 min, flip, serve warm.
Notes
- Use cold biscuit dough
- Don’t skip resting time
- Add extra cheese for crispier edges
- Serve immediately for best texture