Melted Mozzarella & Ranch Chicken Bombs
Melted Mozzarella & Ranch Chicken Bombs are an irresistible treat that combines juicy chicken and gooey mozzarella cheese in a crispy panko crust. Perfect for game days, family gatherings, or weeknight dinners, each bite delivers a flavor explosion enhanced by zesty ranch seasoning. These easy-to-make chicken bombs are customizable and will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
- 3 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Pound chicken breasts to about half an inch thick for even cooking.
- Place a slice of mozzarella on each breast, sprinkle with ranch seasoning, and roll tightly, securing with toothpicks if necessary.
- Dip each rolled chicken breast in beaten eggs and coat with panko breadcrumbs mixed with additional ranch seasoning.
- Arrange in the baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bomb (120g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: For added spice, substitute mozzarella with pepper jack cheese. Incorporate fresh herbs or sautéed vegetables into the filling for extra flavor.