Melted Mozzarella Ranch Bombs
Crispy chicken bites stuffed with mozzarella and served with ranch drizzle.
Prep Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 20 Minutes
Total Time 35 Minutes
By: Rose
Category: Starters & Snacks
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: American
Yield: 4 Servings (Approximately 12 chicken bombs)
Dietary: ~
Ingredients
→ Seasoning
- 01 ½ tsp salt
- 02 ½ tsp black pepper
- 03 ½ tsp garlic powder
- 04 ½ tsp onion powder
→ Filling
- 05 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 06 ¼ cup ranch dressing
→ Coating
- 07 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 08 1 egg
- 09 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 10 Oil for frying
Instructions
Step 01
Cut chicken breasts into 1½–2-inch chunks. Flatten each piece under plastic wrap using a meat mallet or rolling pin until about ½-inch thick. Season all sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Step 02
Place a small pinch of shredded mozzarella in the center of each chicken piece. Fold the chicken over the cheese and press edges together to seal tightly.
Step 03
Beat the egg in one bowl. Add panko breadcrumbs to another. Dip each sealed chicken piece in the egg, then roll in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to coat evenly.
Step 04
Fill a deep skillet or fryer with 1½ inches of oil and heat to 350°F (175°C). Test by dropping in a breadcrumb—it should sizzle and rise.
Step 05
Carefully lower chicken bombs into hot oil using tongs. Fry in batches for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
Step 06
Serve hot with a drizzle of ranch dressing on top. Add extra on the side for dipping if you like.
Tools You'll Need
- Meat mallet or rolling pin
- Deep skillet or fryer
- Tongs
- Paper towels
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