Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs (Printable)

Crispy buffalo chicken spheres filled with melted mozzarella and smoky bacon deliver bold, cheesy flavor in every golden bite.

# Ingredient List:

→ Fillings

01 - 8 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into cubes
02 - 3.5 oz cooked bacon, crumbled

→ Chicken Mix

03 - 1 lb ground chicken
04 - 4 fl oz buffalo sauce, divided
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
07 - 1 teaspoon paprika
08 - Salt to taste
09 - Black pepper to taste

→ Coating

10 - 3.5 oz all-purpose flour
11 - 2 large eggs, beaten
12 - 3.5 oz panko breadcrumbs

→ For Frying

13 - Vegetable oil or canola oil for frying

# How to Make:

01 - Cut mozzarella cheese into bite-sized cubes. Wrap each cube with a portion of crumbled bacon and set aside.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken with 2 fl oz buffalo sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly blended.
03 - Take a heaping tablespoon of the chicken mixture and flatten it in your palm. Place a bacon-wrapped mozzarella cube in the center, then encase it fully with the chicken, forming a sealed ball. Repeat with remaining ingredients to make 12 bombs.
04 - Dredge each chicken ball in flour, dip into beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs.
05 - For frying: Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F. Fry bombs in batches for 5-6 minutes, turning as needed, until golden brown and cooked through. For baking: Place bombs on a greased baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 18-20 minutes, or until crisp and cooked through.
06 - While hot, drizzle or toss the bombs with the remaining 2 fl oz buffalo sauce. Garnish with extra bacon crumbles if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Bold Flavors: The perfect marriage of spicy buffalo sauce and smoky bacon.
  • Irresistible Texture: A satisfyingly crunchy panko exterior with a soft, melted cheese center.
  • Dual Cooking Methods: Can be deep-fried for maximum indulgence or baked for a lighter version.
  • Party-Ready: Perfectly portioned for easy serving and sharing.
02 -
  • For extra crunch, always use panko breadcrumbs.
  • Serve with ranch or blue cheese dip for added flavor.
  • To reduce fat, bake instead of fry.
  • For a milder version, use a mild buffalo sauce or blend with melted butter.
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