Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs (Print Version)
Golden chicken balls with spicy buffalo, crispy bacon, and melty mozzarella—perfect appetizer or snack for sharing.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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1 pound ground chicken
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1 cup buffalo sauce
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8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into cubes
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6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
→ Breading
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs, beaten
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2 cups breadcrumbs
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
→ For Frying
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Vegetable oil, enough for deep frying
# Steps:
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In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly blend ground chicken with buffalo sauce until the mixture is evenly coated.
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Scoop a portion of the chicken mixture and flatten in your palm. Place a mozzarella cube and a small amount of crumbled bacon in the center. Encase filling with chicken, forming a compact ball.
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Arrange flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs each in separate shallow bowls. Lightly dredge each chicken ball in flour, coat in egg, then roll in breadcrumbs to cover completely.
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Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet to a depth of approximately 2 inches and heat to 350°F (175°C).
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Working in batches, gently lower breaded balls into the hot oil. Fry for 5 to 7 minutes, turning as needed, until uniformly golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
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Remove fried bombs with a slotted spoon and drain briefly on paper towels. Serve immediately with additional buffalo sauce for dipping.
# Notes:
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For even cheese melt, ensure the mozzarella cubes are fully encased in chicken to prevent leakage during frying.