Buffalo Chicken Bombs Recipe

Introduction

Buffalo Chicken Bombs are a fun and flavorful snack perfect for game day or casual gatherings. These bite-sized pockets combine spicy buffalo chicken with melty cheese, all wrapped in a golden, flaky biscuit dough.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups shredded cooked chicken
• ½ cup buffalo sauce
• 3 oz cream cheese, softened (optional)
• ½ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
• 1 can (8 count) refrigerated biscuit dough
• 2 tablespoons melted butter or 1 beaten egg
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley or chives
• ¼ cup ranch or blue cheese dressing (for drizzle or dipping)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with buffalo sauce. Add cream cheese and shredded cheese if using. Stir until well combined.
2. Step 2: Separate the biscuit dough and flatten each piece into a circle using your hands or a rolling pin.
3. Step 3: Spoon the chicken mixture into the center of each dough round. Fold and pinch the dough to seal completely.
4. Step 4: Place the sealed bombs seam-side down on a lined baking sheet or in a greased muffin tin.
5. Step 5: Brush the tops with melted butter or egg wash.
6. Step 6: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. Step 7: Remove from the oven and cool slightly on a rack.
8. Step 8: Drizzle with ranch or blue cheese dressing and sprinkle with parsley or chives before serving.

Tips & Variations

• For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños to the chicken mixture.
• Use premade rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
• Try different cheeses like pepper jack for a spicy twist or gouda for smokiness.
• Serve with extra ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping on the side.

Storage

Store any leftover buffalo chicken bombs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes until heated through and crispy on the outside.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the bombs and keep them sealed on a baking sheet in the fridge for a few hours before baking. Just bake as directed when ready.

Can I freeze Buffalo Chicken Bombs?

Absolutely. Freeze the assembled but unbaked bombs on a baking sheet until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes, or until golden and cooked through.

Buffalo Chicken Bombs Recipe

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Buffalo Chicken Bombs are savory, bite-sized treats featuring shredded chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce, creamy cheeses, and wrapped in flaky biscuit dough. Baked to golden perfection and drizzled with ranch or blue cheese dressing, these bombs make for a perfect appetizer or snack that’s full of bold flavor and satisfying texture.

• Author: Mia
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 18 minutes
• Total Time: 33 minutes
• Yield: 8 buffalo chicken bombs 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Filling

• 1 ½ cups shredded cooked chicken
• ½ cup buffalo sauce
• 3 oz cream cheese, softened (optional)
• ½ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese

Dough & Topping

• 1 can (8 count) refrigerated biscuit dough
• 2 tablespoons melted butter or 1 beaten egg (for brushing)
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley or chives

For Serving

• ¼ cup ranch or blue cheese dressing (for drizzle or dipping)

Instructions

1. Prepare the filling: In a bowl, thoroughly mix the shredded cooked chicken with buffalo sauce. If using, blend in the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese until the mixture is well combined and creamy.
2. Flatten the biscuit dough: Separate the refrigerated biscuit dough into individual pieces. Using your hands or a rolling pin, flatten each biscuit into a circle shape large enough to hold the chicken filling.
3. Fill and seal the bombs: Spoon a generous amount of the buffalo chicken mixture into the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges completely to seal the bombs, ensuring no filling escapes during baking.
4. Arrange on baking sheet: Place the sealed bombs seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly grease a muffin tin and arrange them inside for shape support.
5. Apply topping: Brush the tops of each bomb with melted butter or beaten egg to achieve a golden, shiny crust when baked.
6. Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the bombs for 15 to 18 minutes until they turn golden brown and cooked through.
7. Cool slightly: Remove the bombs from the oven and place them on a wire rack. Let them cool for a few minutes to make handling easier.
8. Serve and garnish: Drizzle the buffalo chicken bombs with ranch or blue cheese dressing. Sprinkle chopped parsley or chives over the top for a fresh, colorful finish. Serve warm.

Notes

• You can substitute the shredded cooked chicken with rotisserie chicken for convenience.
• Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to your preferred spice level.
• Using the egg wash will give you a shinier crust, while butter provides a softer golden finish.
• For a crispy bottom, bake on a preheated baking sheet.
• These bombs can be made ahead and reheated in the oven before serving.

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