Description
Get ready to take your taste buds on a wild ride with these irresistible Monster BBQ Bacon Chicken Cheese Frenzy Bites! These bite-sized morsels are the perfect blend of savory, smoky, and cheesy, making them the ultimate party appetizer or game day snack. With juicy chicken coated in a tangy BBQ sauce, wrapped in crispy bacon, and stuffed with melted cheddar and mozzarella, these “frenzy bites” are sure to have your guests coming back for more.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven: To 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season them with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Cook Chicken: In a skillet, cook the seasoned chicken over medium heat until golden brown and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
4. Add BBQ Sauce: Stir in the BBQ sauce and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the chicken is well coated.
5. Mix Cheese & Bacon: In a bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and crumbled bacon.
6. Assemble Bites: Place a spoonful of the BBQ chicken mixture on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Top each portion with the cheese and bacon mixture.
7. Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Garnish & Serve: Remove the bites from the oven and garnish them with fresh parsley. Serve these Monster BBQ Bacon Chicken Cheese Frenzy Bites warm and enjoy the flavor explosion!
Notes
To ensure the chicken remains juicy and tender, be careful not to overcook it during the initial sauté. Keeping a close eye on the timing and adjusting the heat as needed will yield the perfect bite-sized pieces. For the ultimate cheese melt, make sure to use a blend of cheddar and mozzarella, as the combination of the two creates a deliciously gooey and stringy texture.
If you’re feeling adventurous, you can experiment with different flavor profiles by swapping the BBQ sauce for other sauces, such as buffalo, honey mustard, or even a spicy sriracha. Additionally, you can get creative with the toppings, incorporating diced jalapeños, caramelized onions, or even crumbled blue cheese for an extra layer of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg