Description

These Melted Mozzarella & Ranch Chicken Bombs feature juicy chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy blend of mozzarella, cream cheese, and ranch seasoning, wrapped in turkey or beef bacon, seared to golden perfection, and baked until bubbly and delicious. A perfect easy dinner that combines cheesy, savory, and smoky flavors for a crowd-pleasing meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken & Cheese Filling

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–8 oz each), cut into pockets
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 Tbsp ranch seasoning mix (store-bought or homemade)
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper

Additional Ingredients

1 Tbsp olive oil (for searing)
8 slices turkey bacon or beef bacon (pork-free alternative)
1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional garnish)

Instructions

Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly oil an oven-safe skillet to prevent sticking.
Create Cheese Filling: In a bowl, whisk together the shredded mozzarella, softened cream cheese, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder until you achieve a smooth, creamy mixture.
Stuff the Chicken: Cut a 2–3 inch pocket into each chicken breast. Spoon the cheese mixture inside each pocket, leaving enough space to seal the opening. Secure with toothpicks if needed to prevent the filling from leaking out.
Wrap (Optional): Wrap each stuffed chicken breast with a slice of turkey or beef bacon for added smoky flavor and to help keep the filling intact during cooking.
Sear to Seal: Heat the olive oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 2–3 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust.
Bake to Perfection: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake the chicken for 20–25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the cheese inside is bubbly and melted.
Garnish & Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes out of the oven. Remove toothpicks, garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, and serve hot for a delicious meal.

Notes

Use turkey or beef bacon as a pork-free alternative if desired.
Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.
To make it gluten-free, verify that your ranch seasoning mix contains no gluten ingredients.
For easier cleanup, you can use an oven-safe skillet or transfer chicken to a baking dish after searing.
Let the chicken rest before slicing to keep it juicy.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Searing and Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (with bacon)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 130mg

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