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    Soulfully Made » Breads, Rolls, Muffins » Cheesy Green Chile Bread

    Cheesy Green Chile Bread

    Nikki Lee Published:October 25, 2021 | Updated: October 26, 2021

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    Cheesy Green Chile Bread is cheesy, gooey, bubbly and delicious! It really is about one of the best things you'll ever eat. Just five simple ingredients combined, and you're on your way to your new favorite bread!

    Who doesn't love a hot, soft-in-the-middle-and-crunchy-outside, cheesy delicious bread! I know it's what I dream about at night!

    This bread goes delicious with just about everything. From soups to chili, like white chicken chili, or served with a salad to make a complete meal. Or, heck, just make a whole meal on this cheesy bread, and I certainly won't judge a bit!

    Cheesy Green Chile Bread on a parchment lined board partially sliced.

    Why you’ll love this Easy Cheesy Green Chile Bread Recipe!

    • Easy and Quick: This recipe comes together in minutes and is cooked in like 7 minutes tops. So you can throw it together and get it on the table quick.
    • Cheesy Chile Delicious: You really cannot go wrong with cheese bread! Gooey cheese tops this buttery combination. The green chiles can be mild or hot depending on your taste. It's all so yummy!
    • Crowd Pleaser: Everyone that I have served this to just loves it. They request I make it over and over. That is always a win!

    The first time I made a cheesy mayo bread like this was when I first got married. Some sweet friends of ours made it at a party and shared the recipe with me. Her recipe didn't have any green chilies though. So this version is just kicked up a notch!

    It really is the most scrumptious thing you will ever bite into. So I am giving you a fair warning here! Very addictive - contains much yumminess ahead!

    Ingredients

    • French Bread: Nice and crusty on the outside and soft on the inside makes this the perfect bread!
    • Butter: Butter makes everything better right. I use salted butter, but you can certainly use unsalted if that is what you have on hand. It's creamy and buttery and melts into the bread nicely.
    • Mayonnaise: Well this is the secret ingredient that adds a little wow factor! Never had cheesy mayo bread. Then, you must start now.
    • Shredded Cheddar or Mexican Blend Cheese: Cheese adds that creamy sharp cheddar gooeyness you just need on top of bread.
    • Canned Green Chiles: This gives that green chile flavor that puts this bread over the top.
    Image of ingredients used for cheesy green chile bread - french bread, butter, mayo, green chiles, and shredded cheese.

    How to Make Cheesy Green Chile Bread

    Image of steps to make cheesy green chile bread. Combine ingredients, mix together and top bread.

    Step 1 | Cheesy Green Chile Mixture

    • In a medium bowl, soften or melt butter in the microwave. I usually have it somewhere in between, as you see in the first picture above. Start with 30 seconds and that should be good. Depending on how cold your butter and the strength of your microwave, you may need a little longer.
    • Then, add to the bowl the mayo, green chiles (juice and all), and shredded cheese. Mix them until combined.

    Step 2 | Slice and Coat Bread

    • Slice the bread in half lengthwise and then spread the mixuture evenly onto each side.
    • Place on lined baking sheet with the green chile mixture side up.

    Step 3 | Bake

    • Bake until bubbly and gooey delicious!
    Up close image of sliced cheesy green chile bread.

    Substitutions and Variations:

    • Bread Substitutions: This is also really delicious on Cuban bread, a sourdough loaf, or even a baguette.
    • Want to spice it up more: Use hot chiles or even jalapenos I have used fresh, pickled, and even chopped canned jalapenos. All are delicious. You could even sprinkle in a little taco seasoning too!
    • Add some fresh garlic or other fresh herbs.
    • Change up the cheeses: White cheddar, Mexican blend, taco blend, and sharp cheddar are all good. You can also try mozzarella, parmesan, or provolone. The sky is the limit.
    Upclose image showing gooey cheese pull.
    • Do NOT drain the diced chiles!
    • Keep an eye on the bread while it is cooking. You are cooking at a high temperature so it cooks fast and ovens vary.

    Tips

    Image showing a slice of chile bread being picked up to eat.

    Storage and Reheating:

    Storage:

    Since this has mayo and cheese any leftovers will need to be stored in the refrigerator. It can be stored for about 3 days.

    Reheating:

    You can warm this up in the microwave. I usually take a slice and start with 10-second intervals. If you over microwave it, it can become hard.

    You can also put it back in the oven at 350° and heat it until warmed through. The time will depend on how large the piece is.

    Other Mexican Inspred Dishes to Try:

    • Dorito Taco Salad
    • Taco Spaghetti Bake
    • Mexican Stuffed Shells
    • Baked Beef Tacos
    • Mexican Fruit Salad
    • Homemade Chile Rellenos

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    Cheesy Green Chili Bread

    Author: Nikki Lee
    5 from 10 votes
    Cheesy Green Chile Bread is cheesy, gooey, and bubbly delicious! It really is about one of the best things you'll ever bite into. Five simple ingredients combined and you are on your way to your new favorite bread!
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Breads
    Cuisine American
    Servings 16 servings
    Calories 185 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 loaf french bread
    • ½ cup butter, softened
    • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
    • 1 cup cheddar cheese
    • 4 ounces diced green chilies , canned with juices

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 500°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat (optional for easy clean up).
    • In a medium-sized bowl mix together well-softened butter (you can even use melted butter), mayo, canned green chilis (do not drain), and shredded or grated cheese until combined.
    • Cut french loaf in half, lengthwise, and spread the mixture evenly on each half. Place on a baking sheet with the cheese mixture sides facing up.
    • Bake for 5 minutes then turn to up broil until bubbly and golden brown.
    • Remove from oven. Carefully slice and enjoy!

    ✱ Nikki's Tips

    * Servings will depend on your french loaf size. My bakery makes a pretty long loaf about 18 inches. My slices are about 2 ¼ wide.
    • Do NOT drain the diced chiles!
    • Keep an eye on the bread while it is cooking. You are cooking at a high temperature so it cooks fast and ovens vary.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2 slices Calories: 185 kcal Carbohydrates: 15 g Protein: 5 g Fat: 12 g Saturated Fat: 6 g Polyunsaturated Fat: 3 g Monounsaturated Fat: 3 g Trans Fat: 1 g Cholesterol: 25 mg Sodium: 253 mg Potassium: 55 mg Fiber: 1 g Sugar: 1 g Vitamin A: 259 IU Vitamin C: 1 mg Calcium: 66 mg Iron: 1 mg

    Nutrition Disclaimer

    Soulfully Made is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is only an estimate. We recommend running the ingredients through an online nutritional calculator if you need to verify any information.

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    1. Peggy Herndon says

      May 16, 2022 at 9:48 am

      5 stars
      This bread is absolutely delicious. This will be my go to bread from now on. It will definitely wow your guest.

      Reply
      • Nikki Lee says

        May 17, 2022 at 12:46 pm

        Thank you, Peggy! I am so glad you all loved it! It really is highly addictive!

        Reply
    2. Michaela Kenkel says

      November 07, 2021 at 8:27 am

      5 stars
      I served this with chili yesterday for the game and it was SO GOOD!

      Reply
      • Nikki Lee says

        November 08, 2021 at 7:30 am

        Thank you, Michaela! So glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    3. Kathleen says

      November 02, 2021 at 12:57 pm

      5 stars
      Was browsing for a great cheesy bread when I came across this one to go with out soup tonight! LOVE the addition of green chiles!

      Reply
    4. Sandra Shaffer says

      November 02, 2021 at 12:20 am

      5 stars
      Made this to serve as an appetizer! Such a hit. Every piece was eaten! Next time I'll double the amount and looking forward to enjoying with a bowl of soup too.

      Reply
    5. Erin says

      November 01, 2021 at 9:49 pm

      5 stars
      This. Is. Perfect! Gooey, cheesy, a bit spicy and so comforting. We'll definitely be making this recipe again and again!

      Reply
    6. Julie Menghini says

      October 31, 2021 at 1:38 pm

      5 stars
      We love green chile anything and especially how easy this bread was to make. It's delicious and my gang devoured it!

      Reply
    7. MS says

      October 31, 2021 at 11:19 am

      5 stars
      WOW. The whole family devoured this! The green chilies take the bread to the next level. Thanks for the awesome recipe!

      Reply
    8. Debi says

      October 30, 2021 at 9:43 am

      5 stars
      I made this to go with chili and it was perfect. So flavorful and nice and moist.

      Reply

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