Easy Buffalo Chicken Bombs Recipe

Introduction

These Easy Buffalo Chicken Bombs are a perfect game-day snack or party appetizer. Packed with spicy buffalo chicken and melted cheese, all wrapped in buttery biscuit dough, they’re irresistibly tasty and simple to make.

Ingredients

• 280 g (2 cups) cooked chicken, shredded
• 113 g (4 oz) cream cheese, softened
• 120 g (½ cup) buffalo sauce
• 113 g (1 cup) cheddar cheese, shredded
• 8 g (2 tbsp) chives, chopped
• 340 g (1 can) refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits)
• 28 g (2 tbsp) butter, melted
• 3 g (1 tsp) garlic powder
• 60 g (¼ cup) ranch or blue cheese dressing, for serving

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, shredded cheddar, and chopped chives; mix until creamy and well combined.
3. Step 3: Separate the 8 biscuits from the can and flatten each into a ¼-inch thick round on a lightly floured surface.
4. Step 4: Spoon about two tablespoons of the chicken mixture into the center of each flattened biscuit.
5. Step 5: Pull the edges of the dough up and over the filling, pinching the seams together at the top to seal completely; roll gently to form a ball.
6. Step 6: Place the filled dough balls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about an inch of space between each.
7. Step 7: In a small bowl, mix melted butter and garlic powder; brush the mixture over the top of each dough ball.
8. Step 8: Bake for 23 minutes or until tops are deep golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.
9. Step 9: Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before serving warm with ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Tips & Variations

• For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chicken mixture.
• Substitute the cheddar cheese with pepper jack for a spicier twist.
• Use homemade biscuit dough for a more buttery flavor and flaky texture.
• Serve with celery sticks for a refreshing crunch alongside.

Storage

Store leftover buffalo chicken bombs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes to retain crispiness. Avoid microwaving as it can make the dough soggy.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the bombs and keep them covered in the fridge for a few hours before baking. Just add a couple of extra minutes to the baking time if baking directly from chilled.

Can I freeze the unbaked bombs?

Absolutely. Freeze the formed bombs on a baking sheet until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding extra baking time until golden and cooked through.

Easy Buffalo Chicken Bombs Recipe

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Delicious and easy-to-make Buffalo Chicken Bombs featuring a creamy, spicy filling wrapped in flaky biscuit dough, baked to golden perfection and served with a cool ranch or blue cheese dip. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or game day treat.

• Author: Emma
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 23 minutes
• Total Time: 38 minutes
• Yield: 8 buffalo chicken bombs 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Filling

• 280 g (2 cups) cooked chicken, shredded
• 113 g (4 oz) cream cheese, softened
• 120 g (½ cup) Buffalo sauce
• 113 g (1 cup) cheddar cheese, shredded
• 8 g (2 tbsp) chives, chopped

Assembly

• 340 g (1 can) refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits)
• 28 g (2 tbsp) butter, melted
• 3 g (1 tsp) garlic powder
• 60 g (¼ cup) ranch or blue cheese dressing, for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease baking.
2. Prepare Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, Buffalo sauce, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped chives. Mix thoroughly until the filling is creamy and well blended.
3. Flatten Dough: Separate the 8 biscuits from the can. On a lightly floured surface, flatten each biscuit into a round approximately ¼ inch thick to create the base for wrapping the filling.
4. Fill Biscuits: Spoon about two tablespoons of the chicken mixture into the center of each flattened biscuit, ensuring even distribution for each buffalo chicken bomb.
5. Seal Bombs: Pull the edges of the dough up and over the filling, pinching the seams together at the top to fully enclose the filling. Roll each sealed dough ball gently to form a smooth ball shape.
6. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place each filled dough ball seam-side down on the lined baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart to allow even baking and expansion.
7. Brush with Butter Mix: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter with garlic powder. Brush this flavorful mixture over the tops of each dough ball to create a golden, savory crust when baked.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 23 minutes or until the tops are deep golden brown and the filling inside is hot and bubbly, indicating it is fully cooked.
9. Serve: Allow the buffalo chicken bombs to cool slightly on the baking sheet for a few minutes. Serve warm with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.

Notes

• For extra heat, add more Buffalo sauce or include a pinch of cayenne pepper in the filling.
• You can substitute cheddar cheese with Monterey Jack or mozzarella for a different flavor.
• Make sure to pinch dough seams tightly to prevent filling from leaking out during baking.
• Serve immediately for the best texture; leftovers can be reheated in the oven to retain crispness.

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