Description
Melted Mozzarella & Ranch Chicken Bombs are the ultimate comfort food, combining juicy ground chicken with bold ranch seasoning and gooey melted mozzarella. These savory bites are not only simple to make but also incredibly satisfying, making them perfect for weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer at your next gathering. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can bake these cheesy delights that will quickly become a family favorite. Serve them with your choice of dipping sauces, and watch everyone enjoy this irresistible treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together ground chicken, ranch seasoning, egg, breadcrumbs, and garlic powder until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized bombs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Lightly spray each bomb with olive oil for a golden finish.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
- Remove from the oven and top each bomb with mozzarella cheese; broil for an additional 1–2 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dinner/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg