Description
Prepare to embark on a flavor-packed adventure with our irresistible Monster Bacon Chicken Cheddar Loaded Hush Puppy Bombs. These bite-sized wonders combine the comforting, crunchy goodness of hush puppies with the bold flavors of chicken, bacon, and melted cheddar cheese. It’s a Southern-inspired snack that will have your taste buds dancing with every delightful bite.
Ingredients
- 2 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- Oil for frying
Instructions
1. Prepare Hush Puppy Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, buttermilk, egg, baking powder, and salt. Mix until well combined.
2. Add Fillings: Fold in the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and green onions until evenly distributed.
3. Heat Oil: In a deep pan, heat oil over medium-high heat (about 350°F).
4. Form Balls: Using a spoon or your hands, form the mixture into golf ball-sized balls.
5. Fry Hush Puppies: Carefully drop the balls into the hot oil, frying in batches for about 4-5 minutes or until golden brown.
6. Drain & Serve: Remove the hush puppies from the oil and drain them on paper towels. Serve these mouthwatering Monster Bacon Chicken Cheddar Loaded Hush Puppy Bombs warm, and get ready for your taste buds to be blown away!
Notes
To ensure your Monster Bacon Chicken Cheddar Loaded Hush Puppy Bombs turn out perfectly every time, keep these tips in mind:
– Choosing the Right Chicken: For the best texture and flavor, opt for shredded cooked chicken, either from a rotisserie chicken or baked/grilled chicken breasts.
– Variation in Cheese Choices: While cheddar cheese is the classic choice, you can experiment with other melty cheese varieties, such as pepper jack or a blend of cheddar and Monterey jack.
– Adjusting Seasonings for Personal Taste: Feel free to add extra seasonings, like garlic powder, paprika, or cayenne pepper, to amplify the flavors according to your personal preferences.
– Best Practices for Frying: Maintain the oil temperature between 350°F and 375°F for the crispiest, golden-brown hush puppies. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 hush puppy bombs
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg