Melted Mozzarella & Ranch Chicken Bombs Recipe
These Melted Mozzarella & Ranch Chicken Bombs are crispy on the outside, filled with gooey cheese inside, and bursting with savory ranch flavor. A delicious twist on traditional chicken nuggets, these bombs are perfect for a fun family dinner or a tasty party appetizer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Deep frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Chicken Bombs:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
Filling:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
Breading:
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, beaten
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken Bombs: Flatten each chicken piece slightly and stuff with mozzarella cheese. Seal well.
- Breading: Dip each chicken piece into egg, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Frying: Heat oil in a deep fryer or skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken bombs until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Serving: Drizzle with ranch dressing and serve hot.
Notes
- Be sure to seal the chicken bombs well to prevent the cheese from leaking out during frying.
- Adjust the seasoning to your preference by adding more spices or herbs to the breading.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
