Buffalo Chicken Bacon Bombs (Printable Version)
Spicy buffalo chicken balls encasing melted mozzarella and crispy bacon for a savory indulgence.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Cheese and Bacon
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8 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into cubes
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3.5 oz cooked bacon, crumbled
→ Meat and Sauce
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1 lb ground chicken
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0.5 cup buffalo sauce, divided
→ Seasonings
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp paprika
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
→ Breading Station
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0.75 cup plain flour
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2 large eggs, beaten
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0.75 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
→ Frying
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Vegetable or canola oil, for frying
# Steps to Cook:
01 -
Cut mozzarella into bite-sized cubes. Wrap each cube with crumbled bacon and set aside.
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In a bowl, mix ground chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and half of the buffalo sauce until evenly combined.
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Flatten portions of the chicken mixture in your palm. Place a bacon-wrapped mozzarella cube in the center and carefully enclose it, forming a sealed ball.
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Roll each ball in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat evenly with breadcrumbs.
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Heat oil to 350°F in a deep pan. Fry the balls for 5 to 6 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through. Alternatively, bake on a greased tray at 400°F for 18 to 20 minutes until crisp.
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Toss the hot chicken balls in the remaining buffalo sauce. Garnish with extra bacon crumbles if desired and serve immediately.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Ensure chicken balls are well sealed to avoid leakage during frying. Adjust buffalo sauce quantity to your spice preference. Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheat before serving.