Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs Recipe
Delight in these game day Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs, crispy on the outside and bursting with a spicy, cheesy, and savory filling inside. Perfectly breaded and fried or baked, these flavorful bites combine ground chicken, smoky bacon, melty mozzarella, and tangy buffalo sauce, making them an irresistible snack or appetizer for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 bombs 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Filling
- 8 oz Mozzarella Cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 6 slices Cooked Bacon, crumbled
- 1 lb Ground Chicken (substitute with ground turkey or lean beef if desired)
- 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce, adjust for spice preference
For Seasoning
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
For Coating
- 1 cup Plain Flour
- 2 large Eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs (Panko or Regular for extra crunch)
For Frying
- 2 cups Vegetable Oil or Canola Oil
Instructions
- Prepare Mozzarella: Cut the mozzarella into small, approximately one-inch cubes and set them aside for assembly.
- Wrap Bacon Around Cheese: Crumble the cooked bacon and wrap a piece completely around each mozzarella cube to create a flavorful core.
- Mix Chicken and Seasoning: In a bowl, combine ground chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and half of the buffalo sauce. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Form Chicken Bombs: Flatten a handful of the chicken mixture in your palm, place a bacon-wrapped mozzarella cube in the center, and encase it completely with the chicken mixture, shaping it into a ball.
- Coat Chicken Bombs: Roll each formed bomb in plain flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat evenly with breadcrumbs for a crispy exterior.
- Cook the Bombs: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) if frying or preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Fry for 5-6 minutes or bake for 18-20 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Drizzle the remaining buffalo sauce over the cooked bombs and serve hot for a delicious, spicy treat.
Notes
- Refrigerate the assembled bombs before cooking to help maintain their shape and improve crispiness.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for an extra crunchy coating.
- Adjust buffalo sauce quantity to control spiciness according to preference.
- The bombs can be baked for a healthier alternative to frying.
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