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Cheesy Ranch Chicken Bombs

Juicy chicken stuffed with seasoned mozzarella, brushed with buttery herbs, and baked until golden. An easy weeknight dinner that's packed with cheesy comfort.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley plus extra for garnish

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • pastry brush

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a baking dish.
  2. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Mix the mozzarella with the ranch seasoning.
  4. Flatten each piece of chicken, add a spoonful of the cheese mixture, and fold to seal.
  5. Arrange seam-side down in the baking dish.
  6. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with parsley.
  7. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the chicken reaches 165°F and is golden.
  8. Rest for 2–3 minutes before serving

Notes

Don't overfill with cheese.
Freshly shredded mozzarella melts best.
Delicious with ranch or marinara for dipping.