Spicy Green Chile Cheese Pull-Apart Bread
Discover the delightful fusion of flavors in this Spicy Green Chile Cheese Pull-Apart Bread! Inspired by the zesty kick of green chilies, this dish transforms simple refrigerated biscuits into a cheesy, gooey treat that tantalizes your taste buds without overwhelming heat. Bursting with melty colby-monterey jack and sharp cheddar cheeses, combined with the savory notes of green chilies, this pull-apart bread serves as a perfect appetizer or a flavorful side to any Tex-Mex meal. Gather your friends and family around to enjoy this crowd-pleasing snack that will leave everyone coming back for more!
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Servings
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Calories
4
Ingredients
Ingredients
Homestyle jumbo refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
16 pieces (Separated and cut into 6 pieces each)
Shredded colby-monterey jack cheese
1 cup (Shredded)
Shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup (Shredded)
Chopped green chilies
4 ounces (Drained)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
2
Open the two cans of homestyle jumbo buttermilk biscuits and separate them into 16 individual biscuits.
3
Using a sharp knife or kitchen scissors, cut each biscuit into 6 equal pieces for easy pulling.
4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded colby-monterey jack cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and drained chopped green chilies.
5
Gently fold in the biscuit pieces until they are completely coated with the cheese and chili mixture.
6
Pour the cheesy biscuit mixture into the prepared 9x13 pan, ensuring an even layer.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
8
Once baked, remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving. Pull apart pieces and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spicy Green Chile Cheese Pull-Apart Bread?
It is a savory, cheesy appetizer or side dish made from refrigerated buttermilk biscuits, shredded cheese, and chopped green chilies.
What temperature should I preheat the oven to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) before baking the bread.
What size baking pan is required?
This recipe requires a 9x13-inch baking pan.
How do I prepare the baking pan?
Spray the 9x13-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
How many biscuits are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses two cans of homestyle jumbo buttermilk biscuits, totaling 16 biscuits.
How should I cut the biscuit dough?
Use a sharp knife or kitchen scissors to cut each individual biscuit into 6 equal pieces.
What types of cheese are used in this bread?
The recipe calls for a combination of shredded colby-monterey jack cheese and shredded cheddar cheese.
How much cheddar cheese is needed?
You will need 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
How much Colby-Monterey Jack cheese is needed?
The recipe requires 1 cup of shredded colby-monterey jack cheese.
How many ounces of green chilies are required?
Use one 4-ounce container of chopped green chilies.
Do I need to drain the green chilies?
Yes, the chopped green chilies should be drained before being mixed with the other ingredients.
How do I mix the cheese and chilies?
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded colby-monterey jack, shredded cheddar, and drained green chilies.
How are the biscuit pieces incorporated?
Gently fold the cut biscuit pieces into the cheese and chili mixture until they are completely coated.
How long does the bread need to bake?
Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes.
How do I know when the pull-apart bread is finished cooking?
The bread is done when the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
Should I let the bread cool before eating?
Yes, allow the bread to cool for about 10 minutes after removing it from the oven before serving.
Is this recipe very spicy?
No, it provides a zesty kick from the green chilies without being overwhelmingly hot.
What type of biscuits work best?
Homestyle jumbo refrigerated buttermilk biscuits are recommended for the best texture.
Can I serve this with Tex-Mex food?
Yes, it makes a flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with Tex-Mex meals.
Is this a good recipe for a crowd?
Yes, its pull-apart nature and cheesy flavor make it a popular appetizer for parties and family gatherings.
How many total pieces of dough will there be?
Since there are 16 biscuits cut into 6 pieces each, there will be 96 individual pieces of dough.
What makes the bread 'pull-apart'?
Cutting the dough into small pieces and coating them in cheese allows them to bake together while remaining easy to pull apart individually.
Can I use a different type of cheese?
While colby-jack and cheddar are recommended, you can experiment with other meltable cheeses.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 4 main ingredients: biscuits, two types of cheese, and green chilies.
Can I use kitchen scissors to prep the dough?
Yes, kitchen scissors are an excellent tool for quickly cutting the biscuit dough into pieces.
Is the bread supposed to be gooey?
Yes, the combination of melted cheeses and green chilies creates a gooey, delicious texture.
Is this a quick snack to make?
Yes, using refrigerated biscuits makes this a quick and easy recipe to assemble.
What is the prep time involves?
Prep involves cutting 16 biscuits and mixing them with cheese and chilies, which takes only a few minutes.
Should the biscuit mixture be layered in the pan?
Yes, pour the mixture into the prepared pan and ensure it is spread into an even layer for consistent baking.
What is the best way to serve this bread?
Serve it warm so that the cheese remains melty and the biscuits are soft.