BBQ Chicken and Apple Bread Pudding
A savory-sweet twist on a classic comfort dish, this BBQ Chicken and Apple Bread Pudding combines tender shredded chicken, juicy apples, and crusty bread soaked in a smoky, cheesy custard. Perfect for fall dinners, potlucks, or brunch!
Ingredients
- 4 cups cubed day-old crusty bread
- 2 cups cooked, shredded BBQ chicken
- 1 apple, peeled and diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions (if using) and apples in olive oil or butter until tender. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, BBQ sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add cubed bread, shredded BBQ chicken, sautéed apples, and half of the shredded cheese to the egg mixture. Stir gently to combine and coat evenly.
- Let the mixture sit for 10–15 minutes, allowing the bread to absorb the custard.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set. If the top browns too quickly, tent with aluminum foil during the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and drizzle additional BBQ sauce on top for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1peopleCalories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 27gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 580mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g
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