Description
Get ready to indulge in a cheesy, bacony explosion of deliciousness with these irresistible Deep-Fried Cheddar Bacon Chicken Volcano Bombs. This mouthwatering recipe combines the best of comfort food flavors – juicy ground chicken, melty cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon – all wrapped up in a crispy fried shell.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cup breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together until the ingredients are well-incorporated and the filling has a cohesive texture.
2. Take a handful of the mixture and gently form it into a ball, about the size of a golf ball. Repeat this process with the remaining filling, creating consistently sized bombs that will cook evenly.
3. Dredge each chicken bomb in the flour, dip it in the beaten eggs, and then coat it thoroughly with the breadcrumbs.
4. In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F. Carefully add the coated chicken bombs to the hot oil, frying them in batches to maintain the optimal temperature. Fry for about 5-7 minutes, or until the bombs are golden brown and cooked through. Monitor the oil temperature closely to achieve that perfect crispy texture.
5. Once the bombs are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the oil and drain them on paper towels. Serve these flavor-packed bombs hot, and consider providing dipping sauces like ranch, barbecue, or honey mustard to enhance the experience.
Notes
These bombs pair wonderfully with sides like fries, coleslaw, or a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bomb
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg