Description
Melted Mozzarella & Ranch Chicken Bombs are bite-sized savory snacks featuring shredded chicken, gooey fresh mozzarella, and tangy ranch seasoning, all wrapped in a crispy golden puff pastry or crescent dough shell. Perfect for parties, game days, or comforting snacking, these bombs deliver a delightful contrast of crispy exterior and melty cheesy interior with customizable spice levels and variations.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 1 cup shredded fresh mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Dough and Finishing Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry or crescent dough (enough to cut into squares)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cook the chicken breast until juicy and tender, then shred it finely with forks or chop into small pieces to ensure every bite has the perfect amount of chicken.
- Mix the Filling: In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken with ranch seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and shredded mozzarella. Stir well until the mixture is evenly coated and cheesy.
- Roll Out the Dough: Lay your puff pastry or crescent dough onto a clean surface and cut it into evenly sized squares for uniform baking and a perfect golden crust.
- Assemble the Bombs: Place a generous spoonful of the chicken and cheese mixture onto each dough square, then fold and seal the edges tightly to lock in all the gooey goodness.
- Brush and Bake: Brush the tops of each assembled bomb with melted butter for a rich shine and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15 to 20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
Notes
- Seal Well: Pinch dough edges tightly to prevent filling leaks during baking.
- Use Fresh Mozzarella: Ensures smooth melting and creamy texture inside the bombs.
- Don’t Overfill: Keep filling portions moderate to avoid dough breakage.
- Chill Before Baking: Let bombs rest in the fridge for 15 minutes to prevent shrinking and improve texture.
- Experiment with Dips: Serve with extra ranch dressing, marinara, or hot honey for flavor variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bombs
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Mozzarella, Ranch, Chicken, Appetizer, Snack, Puff Pastry, Party Food, Crispy, Cheesy