Crispy Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs for Game Day
Crispy Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs are the ultimate game day appetizer. After making these many times, I’ve perfected the crispy exterior and juicy interior. The trick I discovered is to coat the chicken in flour before frying. This creates a crispy crust that holds in the moisture. The result is a golden, crispy exterior with a melty, cheesy interior. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy White Christmas Mojitos and Lemon Curd Chia Pudding.
Why This Crispy Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs for Game Day Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy exterior with a melty, cheesy interior
- Easy to make and customize
- Better than takeout and perfect for game day
What You'll Need for Crispy Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs for Game Day
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Chicken breasts
- Mozzarella cheese
- Bacon
- Buffalo wing sauce
- Flour
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Ranch dressing
- Optional: Chopped green onions
- Optional: Ranch dressing for dipping
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chicken breasts: Cut into bite-sized pieces
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Cast iron skillet — Even heat for crispy chicken → See on Amazon
- Tongs — Easy flipping for even cooking → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs for Game Day
- Step 1: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Coat in flour.
- Step 2: Wrap a piece of chicken, a slice of bacon, and a cube of mozzarella with a toothpick. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Step 3: Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add chicken bombs and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Step 4: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place chicken bombs on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and bacon is crispy.
- Step 5: Dip in buffalo wing sauce and serve with ranch dressing and chopped green onions.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs for Game Day
- : Use toothpicks to keep the chicken, bacon, and cheese together while cooking.
- Common mistake and fix: If your chicken bombs are falling apart, try wrapping them in a slice of bacon before adding the toothpick. This will help hold everything together.
- : For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the flour mixture.
- : To make ahead, prepare the chicken bombs and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before cooking.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs for Game Day
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare chicken bombs up to 24 hours ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
Freezing Crispy Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs for Game Day
Freeze uncooked chicken bombs for up to 2 months. Cook from frozen, adding a few minutes to the cooking time.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a lower-carb version, wrap the chicken and cheese in a slice of bacon instead of breading.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken with turkey or shrimp for a different twist.
- Make-ahead: Prepare chicken bombs up to 24 hours ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your chicken bombs are falling apart, try wrapping them in a slice of bacon before adding the toothpick. This will help hold everything together.
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Crispy Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs for Game Day
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Chicken breasts
- Mozzarella cheese
- Bacon
- Buffalo wing sauce
Seasonings
- Flour
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Ranch dressing
Optional Toppings
- Chopped green onions
- Ranch dressing for dipping
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Coat in flour.
- Step 2: Wrap a piece of chicken, a slice of bacon, and a cube of mozzarella with a toothpick. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Step 3: Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add chicken bombs and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Step 4: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place chicken bombs on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and bacon is crispy.
- Step 5: Dip in buffalo wing sauce and serve with ranch dressing and chopped green onions.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a lower-carb version, wrap the chicken and cheese in a slice of bacon instead of breading.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken with turkey or shrimp for a different twist.
- Make-ahead: Prepare chicken bombs up to 24 hours ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your chicken bombs are falling apart, try wrapping them in a slice of bacon before adding the toothpick. This will help hold everything together.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze uncooked chicken bombs for up to 2 months. Cook from frozen, adding a few minutes to the cooking time.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5 minutes.
- Make ahead: Prepare chicken bombs up to 24 hours ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 10g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Cholesterol: 35mg
- Sat. Fat: 3g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs for Game Day FAQs
Yes, prepare the chicken bombs and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before cooking.
Try wrapping them in a slice of bacon before adding the toothpick. This will help hold everything together.
Freeze uncooked chicken bombs for up to 2 months. Cook from frozen, adding a few minutes to the cooking time.
Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the flour mixture.
Serve with ranch dressing and chopped green onions for dipping.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs for Game Day and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
