why make this recipe
Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Bombs are a delicious and fun dish that everyone loves. They make a great appetizer for parties, game days, or even just a family snack. The combination of buffalo sauce, creamy cheese, and tender chicken wrapped in soft biscuit dough is simply irresistible. Plus, they are easy to make, so you can whip them up in no time!
how to make Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Bombs
Ingredients:
- Cooked chicken breast, chopped – 2 cups (300 g)
- Buffalo-style hot sauce – ½ cup (120 ml)
- Cream cheese, softened – 200 g
- Shredded mozzarella cheese – 1½ cups (170 g)
- Shredded cheddar cheese – 1 cup (115 g)
- Garlic powder – 1 teaspoon
- Onion powder – 1 teaspoon
- Salt – ½ teaspoon
- Black pepper – ½ teaspoon
- Refrigerated biscuit dough – 1 can (8 biscuits, 450 g)
- Unsalted butter, melted – 3 tablespoons (45 g)
- Dried parsley – 1 teaspoon
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix the chicken, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, mozzarella, cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Separate and flatten each biscuit dough piece into a circle.
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of filling into the center of each circle.
- Pull the dough edges over the filling, pinch to seal, and roll into a ball.
- Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with dried parsley.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before serving warm.
how to serve Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Bombs
You can serve Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Bombs as a tasty appetizer or snack. They go well with dipping sauces like ranch or blue cheese dressing. These bombs are best enjoyed warm, right out of the oven.
how to store Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Bombs
To store leftover Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Bombs, let them cool down, then place them in an airtight container. You can keep them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, pop them in the oven for a few minutes until hot and crispy again.
tips to make Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Bombs
- Make sure your cream cheese is really soft for easy mixing.
- Don’t overfill the biscuit dough, or it will be hard to seal.
- Experiment with different cheeses if you like; provolone or pepper jack can add a nice twist.
variation
You can customize these bombs by adding diced vegetables like bell peppers or onion to the filling. For a milder flavor, use BBQ sauce instead of buffalo sauce.
FAQs
1. Can I use rotisserie chicken?
Yes! Using rotisserie chicken is a great time-saver and adds extra flavor.
2. Are these bombs spicy?
They can be spicy due to the buffalo sauce. If you prefer milder flavors, use less hot sauce or a mild version.
3. Can I freeze Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Bombs?
Yes, you can freeze them before baking. Just wrap them in plastic wrap and store in a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Bombs
Ingredients
Filling
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, chopped
- ½ cup Buffalo-style hot sauce
- 200 g Cream cheese, softened
- 1½ cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black pepper
Dough
- 1 can Refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits, 450 g)
Topping
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix the chicken, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, mozzarella, cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Separate and flatten each biscuit dough piece into a circle.
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of filling into the center of each circle.
- Pull the dough edges over the filling, pinch to seal, and roll into a ball.
- Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with dried parsley.
Baking
- Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before serving warm.