Melted Mozzarella & Ranch Chicken Bombs
Indulge your taste buds with Melted Mozzarella & Ranch Chicken Bombs, a delightful dish that promises a burst of flavor in every bite. These juicy chicken breasts are stuffed with a rich and creamy mozzarella-ranch filling, then wrapped in turkey or beef bacon for an extra layer of deliciousness. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe can be prepared in under an hour and is sure to impress at family dinners or gatherings. With minimal cleanup required, you can enjoy a restaurant-quality meal right at home without the hassle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–8 oz each)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 Tbsp ranch seasoning mix
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 Tbsp olive oil (for searing)
- 1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional garnish)
- 8 slices turkey or beef Turkey Bacon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly oil an oven-safe skillet.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
- Cut pockets into each chicken breast and stuff generously with the cheese mixture. Secure with toothpicks if necessary.
- Wrap each chicken bomb tightly with turkey or beef bacon.
- Sear in the preheated skillet over medium-high heat for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer to the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken bomb (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg