Description
Get ready to experience the ultimate flavor explosion with these mouthwatering Buffalo Chicken Bacon Ranch Cheese Bombs! Combining the bold taste of buffalo sauce, the creaminess of cream cheese, the melty goodness of cheddar, and the smoky crunch of bacon – these cheese-filled bites are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleasing hit at your next party, game day gathering, or family dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shredded cooked chicken
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 8 ounce cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 2 cans (8 ounce each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F to ensure the perfect baking temperature.
2. Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, buffalo sauce, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and ranch dressing. Mix until all the ingredients are well incorporated and the filling is creamy and smooth.
3. Prepare the Dough: Unroll the refrigerated crescent roll dough and separate it into individual triangles.
4. Fill and Roll: Place a heaping tablespoon of the chicken mixture onto the wide end of each crescent roll triangle. Carefully roll up the dough, starting from the wide end and working towards the narrow tip, to completely enclose the filling.
5. Bake to Perfection: Arrange the cheese bombs on a greased baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Garnish and Serve: Remove the baked cheese bombs from the oven and sprinkle with the crumbled bacon and chopped green onions. Serve warm, with extra ranch dressing for dipping, and get ready to enjoy the ultimate flavor explosion!
Notes
Use High-Quality Ingredients: For the best possible flavor, opt for fresh, high-quality ingredients. Choose tender, juicy chicken, creamy full-fat cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and a flavorful buffalo sauce.
Balance the Flavors: Pay close attention to the balance of spicy, creamy, and savory flavors. Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to your desired heat level, and make sure the ranch dressing provides a cooling counterpoint.
Crisp Up the Bacon: For maximum crunch and flavor, be sure to cook the bacon until it’s nice and crispy before crumbling it over the cheese bombs.
Customize the Spice Level: If you prefer a milder flavor, start with a smaller amount of buffalo sauce and gradually increase it to your taste. Alternatively, you can mix the buffalo sauce with a bit of cream cheese or ranch dressing to tone down the heat. For extra spice, add a sprinkle of cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños to the filling.
Refrigerate or Freeze for Later: These cheese bombs can be assembled in advance and either refrigerated for up to 24 hours or frozen for longer-term storage. When ready to bake, simply pop them in the oven straight from the fridge or freezer, adjusting the baking time as needed.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese bomb
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg