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Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs

Crispy fried chicken balls stuffed with gooey mozzarella, tossed in buffalo sauce, and topped with crispy bacon.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 bombs
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 8 pieces mozzarella cheese cubes 1-inch each
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 6 slices crispy bacon, crumbled
  • as needed oil for frying vegetable or canola
  • to taste fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Fryer or deep skillet
  • Slotted spoon
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Mix shredded chicken with buffalo sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Flatten mixture in palm, place mozzarella cube in center, and shape into a ball. Repeat with remaining chicken and cheese.
  3. Set up dredging bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
  4. Roll each ball in flour, then eggs, then breadcrumbs until coated.
  5. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken bombs in batches for 3–4 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Sprinkle with crumbled bacon and parsley. Serve warm with buffalo or ranch dipping sauce.

Notes

Best served hot and fresh with dipping sauces.