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Melted Mozzarella & Ranch Chicken Bombs

Crispy, golden chicken bites stuffed with a molten mozzarella and ranch center, perfect for parties or a fun weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Filling
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch seasoning mix divided
  • 2 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
Breading Station
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp paprika
For Cooking
  • 1 cup neutral oil for pan-frying, or cooking spray for baking

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Meat Mallet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Large skillet
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Pound the chicken breasts to an even 1/4-inch thickness between plastic wrap.
  2. Mix mozzarella, parsley, and 1 tbsp of ranch seasoning for the filling. Season chicken with remaining ranch mix, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. Place a heaping tbsp of filling on each chicken piece. Fold sides over and roll up tightly, securing with toothpicks.
  4. Set up a breading station: one bowl with flour, one with beaten eggs and milk, and one with Panko, Parmesan, and paprika combined.
  5. Dredge each chicken roll in flour, then egg wash, then the Panko mixture, pressing to adhere.
  6. To Pan-Fry: Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry bombs for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temp is 165°F (74°C). Drain on a wire rack. To Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place bombs on a wire rack over a baking sheet, spray with oil, and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
  7. Let rest for 5 minutes before carefully removing toothpicks and serving.

Notes

For a crispier coating, chill breaded bombs for 20-30 mins before cooking. Serve with ranch, marinara, or your favorite dipping sauce.