Description
Bite-sized chicken bombs packed with gooey mozzarella and tangy ranch seasoning—crispy, juicy, and wildly addictive. Perfect for parties, game day, or a cheesy, savory snack.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix or 2 tbsp dry ranch powder
- 6–8 mozzarella cheese sticks or cubes (cut into 1-inch chunks)
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp paprika, or Italian seasoning
- Toothpicks (optional, for securing)
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces large enough to wrap around mozzarella chunks.
- Season chicken evenly with ranch powder, salt, pepper, and any optional spices.
- Place a piece of mozzarella in the center of each chicken piece. Wrap chicken snugly around cheese and secure with a toothpick if needed.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sear chicken bombs seam-side down for 3–4 minutes until golden. Rotate to brown all sides.
- Reduce heat to low, cover skillet, and cook for another 4–5 minutes until cheese is melted and chicken is fully cooked (internal temp 165 °F / 75 °C).
- Remove from heat and let rest 1 minute before serving.
Notes
- Wrap each bomb in bacon before cooking for extra flavor.
- Finish with garlic herb butter for a rich glaze.
- Add cayenne or chili powder to the ranch for a spicy twist.
- Try different cheeses like pepper jack or cheddar.
- Bake at 400 °F (200 °C) for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway for an oven version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken bomb
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
