Description
Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs are a tantalizing fusion of flavors and textures, featuring crispy, golden-brown exteriors that give way to a juicy, spicy chicken filling. Each bite bursts with the rich creaminess of melted mozzarella and the smoky essence of bacon, creating an irresistible snack that’s perfect for game day or any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Filling:
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- For the Coating:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, mozzarella cheese, and crumbled bacon until well mixed.
- Using your hands, take a small amount of the filling and form it into a ball, about the size of a golf ball.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge each ball in flour, then dip in the egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Place the coated balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they are spaced apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, turning halfway through for even cooking.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the filling and form the balls a day in advance. Store them in the refrigerator until ready to coat and bake.
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: For a healthier option, use ground turkey instead of chicken and whole wheat breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: appetizers
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bombs
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams
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