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Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs

Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs for Ultimate Game Night Delight

Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs are a flavorful comfort food appetizer perfect for game night.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 51 minutes
Servings: 8 bombs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Can substitute with ground turkey or lean beef
  • 8 oz Mozzarella Cheese Fresh mozzarella yields the best texture
  • 6 slices Cooked Bacon Turkey bacon is an alternative
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce Adjust to spice preference
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Plain Flour Gluten-free flour can be used
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Panko breadcrumbs are recommended
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
For Cooking
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil or Canola Oil For frying

Equipment

  • deep skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • shallow bowls
  • Slotted spoon
  • Kitchen Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Cheese: Cut fresh mozzarella into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
  2. Wrap with Bacon: Crumble cooked bacon and wrap it around each mozzarella cube.
  3. Mix the Chicken Filling: Combine ground chicken, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and half of the buffalo sauce in a bowl.
  4. Form the Bombs: Encasing the bacon-wrapped mozzarella cube with the chicken mixture, roll into a tight ball.
  5. Coat the Bombs: Roll each bomb in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.
  6. Cook the Bombs: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry the bombs for about 5–6 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Finish & Serve: Drain on paper towels, drizzle with buffalo sauce, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bombCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 16gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make them ahead of time and store in the freezer. Cook from frozen when needed for convenience.

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