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Buffalo Chicken Monkey Bread on the Big Green Egg | Backyard Smoke Show
If you're looking for a bold, gooey, and addictive appetizer that’s perfect for game day, parties, or backyard gatherings, this Buffalo Chicken Monkey Bread on the Big Green Egg is exactly what you need. It’s stuffed with spicy, cheesy chicken, wrapped in buttery crescent dough, and baked until golden and bubbling with flavor.
Served with ranch, celery, and a cold drink, it’s the kind of dish that disappears fast. Plus, it’s fun to make and even more fun to pull apart and share.
Why This Recipe Works
This monkey bread hits every note. Soft dough on the inside with crispy edges on top. A filling made with cream cheese, shredded chicken, and buffalo sauce. And it all comes together with minimal prep and the help of your Big Green Egg.
The indirect heat from the Egg turns this pull-apart bread into something truly special, giving it a golden crust and slightly smoky finish that sets it apart from any oven-baked version.
Ingredients
- 2 cans crescent rolls
- 1 block cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups shredded cooked chicken
- 2 cups shredded Colby-Jack cheese (or crumbled bleu cheese)
- ½ cup Big Green Egg Original Buffalo Sauce
- 2 tablespoons ranch dressing (plus more for dipping)
- ½ cup butter, melted
- Salt, pepper, and onion powder to taste
- Fresh parsley and chives for garnish
Optional for serving:
- Extra ranch or bleu cheese dressing
- Carrot and celery sticks
Tools and Setup
EGGcessories:
- Large Big Green Egg
- ConvEGGtor (for indirect baking)
- Round bundt or tube-style baking pan
- Mixing bowls
- Cooking spray
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat the Egg
Set up your Big Green Egg for indirect cooking with the convEGGtor in place. Stabilize the temperature at 375°F.
2. Prepare the Pan
Spray your bundt pan generously with cooking spray. Then drizzle 2 tablespoons of buffalo sauce and 1 tablespoon of ranch dressing into the bottom of the pan.
3. Make the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded Colby-Jack (or bleu cheese), ¼ cup buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and seasonings to taste. Mix until smooth and well blended.
4. Prep the Dough
Open the crescent rolls and separate them into rectangles. Cut each rectangle into 1½ to 2-inch squares. You should end up with enough dough pieces to match your filling portions.
5. Fill and Shape
Place a rounded tablespoon of chicken mixture onto each dough square. Pinch the dough around the filling to form a sealed ball. Repeat until all filling is used.
6. Butter Dip
Dip each dough ball into the melted butter, then layer them into the bundt pan. Once all balls are in the pan, drizzle the remaining butter over the top.
7. Bake
Place the pan on the cooking grid inside your preheated Egg. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, until the bread is golden brown and cooked through. You can check doneness by inserting a toothpick or gently pulling apart a top piece to ensure the dough is cooked.
8. Serve
Let the monkey bread cool slightly, then carefully invert the pan onto a serving plate. Drizzle with more buffalo sauce and ranch, and sprinkle with chopped parsley, chives, and bleu cheese crumbles if desired.
Serve warm with ranch or bleu cheese dressing and fresh veggie sticks on the side.
Why Use the Big Green Egg
Baking on the Egg delivers results you can’t replicate in a standard oven. The indirect heat creates a consistent cooking environment, perfect for even browning and a slightly crisp crust. Plus, the Egg adds a touch of natural smoke that elevates the flavors without overpowering them.
Whether you’re cooking for a party or making a family favorite, the Egg gives you an edge every time.
Tips for Success
- Use pre-cooked shredded chicken to save time. Rotisserie chicken works great.
- Keep your cream cheese softened so it mixes smoothly with the filling.
- Don’t skip the butter dip. It’s key to getting that golden, buttery finish.
- Let it rest for five minutes before inverting the pan. This helps the bread set and come out cleanly.
- Add extra garnishes for visual appeal and flavor variety.
Final Thoughts
Buffalo Chicken Monkey Bread on the Big Green Egg is the ultimate shareable dish. It's spicy, cheesy, a little messy, and totally addictive. Whether you serve it as an appetizer or the main event, it's a recipe that brings people together.
So the next time you’re firing up the Egg, try something different. Bake this cheesy, spicy pull-apart bread and watch it disappear.
