Here’s a fun, cheesy, and indulgent recipe for Chicken Mozzarella Bombs—crispy on the outside, gooey and cheesy inside.
Ingredients (Makes 6–8 bombs)
- 2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced or pounded flat
- 6–8 mozzarella cheese sticks (string cheese works)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying or baking
- Optional: marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken
- Slice or pound chicken breasts thinly.
- Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
2. Assemble the Bombs
- Place a mozzarella stick on a chicken slice.
- Fold or roll the chicken around the cheese, fully enclosing it.
- Secure with a toothpick if necessary.
3. Coat the Bombs
- Dredge each chicken roll in flour.
- Dip into beaten eggs.
- Roll in breadcrumbs until fully coated.
4. Cook the Bombs
- Frying: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry each bomb until golden brown and chicken is cooked through (about 4–5 minutes per side).
- Baking: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place on a greased baking sheet and bake 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until chicken is fully cooked.
5. Serve
- Let cool slightly so cheese doesn’t ooze out too fast.
- Serve with warm marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips
- For extra flavor, add herbs like oregano or basil to the breadcrumb mix.
- Freeze unbaked bombs for a quick meal later—just bake straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
- Try adding a slice of pepperoni or cooked bacon inside for a meat-lover’s twist.
If you want, I can also give a “crispy air-fryer version” that’s lighter but still melty and gooey inside—perfect for a quick weeknight treat.
Do you want me to make that version?