Description
Buffalo Chicken Bacon Loaded Mozzarella Bombs are a delightful explosion of flavors and textures. Each bite offers a crispy exterior that gives way to a gooey, cheesy center filled with spicy buffalo chicken and savory bacon, creating a mouthwatering experience that is both satisfying and indulgent.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Filling:
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- For the Coating:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- For Frying:
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, crumbled bacon, and mozzarella cheese until well mixed.
- Using your hands, form the mixture into balls about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- 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, dip in the egg, and coat with breadcrumbs, ensuring they are fully covered.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add the mozzarella bombs to the hot oil in batches, frying for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the filling and form the bombs a day in advance. Store them in the refrigerator until ready to fry.
- Storage: Leftover bombs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: Use ranch dressing instead of buffalo sauce for a milder flavor, or swap out mozzarella for cheddar cheese for a different taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: appetizers
- Method: frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mozzarella bomb
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams
Keywords: Buffalo Chicken, Bacon, Loaded Mozzarella, Bombs, Appetizers, Fried Snacks, Game Day Food, Spicy, Cheesy, Comfort Food, Finger Food, Party Food, Easy Recipes, American Cuisine