Here’s a delicious and fun recipe for Chicken Mozzarella Bombs — juicy chicken wrapped around gooey mozzarella, baked in a flavorful sauce. These are great for dinner, meal prep, or a crowd‑pleasing appetizer.
Chicken Mozzarella Bombs
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 mozzarella sticks (or 4 oz fresh mozzarella cut into logs)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Prep the chicken
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Butterfly each chicken breast or pound it to 1/2–3/4 inch thickness.
- Season both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Stuff the chicken
- Place a mozzarella stick (or mozzarella log) at one end of each chicken breast.
- Roll tightly and secure with toothpicks.
- Brush outside lightly with olive oil.
3. Sear (optional but recommended)
- Heat a skillet over medium‑high heat.
- Sear chicken rolls 2–3 minutes per side until lightly golden.
This helps keep them sealed and adds flavor.
4. Bake
- Place the chicken in a baking dish.
- Pour marinara sauce over the top.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan.
- Bake 20–25 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and cheese is melted inside.
5. Serve
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley.
- Serve over pasta, rice, garlic bread, or a light salad.
Tips
- Use fresh mozzarella for the best melt, but string cheese works great and doesn’t leak as much.
- Add spinach or pesto inside for extra flavor.
- For a crispy topping, broil the last 2 minutes.
If you’d like, I can also give you:
✨ Air fryer version
✨ Creamy Alfredo mozzarella bombs
✨ Spicy Cajun mozzarella bombs
Just tell me!
