If you love cheesy comfort food, crave easy weeknight meals, and want something both fun and delicious enough to impress anyone at the table, these Melted Mozzarella & Ranch Chicken Bombs are exactly what you need. They’re juicy, cheesy, perfectly seasoned, and unbelievably satisfying — the kind of recipe people try once and immediately add to their regular dinner rotation.

Imagine tender chicken wrapped around a gooey mozzarella center, coated in buttery ranch seasoning, then baked until golden and irresistible. Once you slice them open, the hot melted cheese stretches into long, mouthwatering strings — just like your favorite mozzarella sticks, but wrapped in seasoned chicken for a truly comforting main dish.

If you’re a fan of ranch seasoning, melty cheese, or easy stuffed chicken recipes… prepare yourself. These chicken bombs check every box.

Why These Chicken Bombs Are So Good

1. They’re incredibly cheesy

Every bite includes hot, stretchy mozzarella — the ultimate comfort food experience.

2. Ranch seasoning makes everything better

The iconic tangy-herb ranch flavor is baked directly into the chicken, making the dish bold, savory, and super satisfying.

3. Fast prep, impressive results

Chicken breasts are simply sliced, stuffed, seasoned, and baked. No complicated steps.

4. Family- and kid-approved

Kids love the gooey cheese. Adults love how flavorful it is. Everyone wins.

5. Works for meal prep

Just reheat and enjoy — the cheese stays melty!

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Chicken Bombs

• 4 chicken breasts, sliced in half horizontally
• 8 mozzarella sticks (or 2 cups shredded mozzarella shaped into logs)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Toothpicks to secure

For Optional Crispy Coating

• 3 tablespoons melted butter
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)

How to Make Melted Mozzarella & Ranch Chicken Bombs

1. Prepare the Chicken

1. Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create thinner cutlets.
2. Pound lightly to even thickness.
3. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

2. Add the Mozzarella Filling

4. Place one mozzarella stick (or shaped mozzarella piece) at the edge of each cutlet.
5. Roll tightly to enclose the cheese.
6. Secure with toothpicks.

3. Season the Outside

7. Mix ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
8. Rub the mixture over each rolled chicken piece.

4. Optional Crispy Coating

9. Brush each chicken bomb with melted butter.
10. Roll lightly in breadcrumbs for extra crunch.

5. Bake

11. Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
12. Place chicken bombs in a greased baking dish.
13. Bake 22–28 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted.
14. Broil the top for 2–3 minutes to brown.

6. Serve

15. Remove toothpicks before serving.
16. Serve warm and enjoy the melty cheese!

Melted Mozzarella & Ranch Chicken Bombs

Juicy chicken stuffed with mozzarella, seasoned with ranch, and baked until golden and bursting with melty cheese. A simple, cheesy, irresistible dinner.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 28 minutes mins

Total Time 43 minutes mins

Servings: 4 pieces

Course: Dinner, Main Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 520

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Chicken Bombs

• 4 chicken breasts sliced horizontally
• 8 mozzarella sticks
• 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Optional Coating

• 3 tbsp butter melted
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs panko or regular

Equipment

• Baking dish
• Toothpicks
• Knife
• Cutting board
• Mixing bowls

Method

 

1. Slice chicken breasts horizontally and pound lightly.
2. Place mozzarella stick inside and roll tightly; secure with toothpicks.
3. Season with ranch mix, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. Brush with melted butter and roll in breadcrumbs if using.
5. Bake at 400°F (205°C) for 22–28 minutes.
6. Broil 2–3 minutes until golden and remove toothpicks before serving.

Notes

Seal the chicken tightly with toothpicks to prevent cheese from leaking.

Tips for Perfect Chicken Bombs

Use mozzarella sticks over shredded cheese

Shredded cheese melts faster and may leak out. Mozzarella sticks hold shape better.

Seal the chicken tightly

Use 2–3 toothpicks per piece to keep the cheese inside.

Look for a good broil at the end

It gives beautiful golden color and brings out the ranch and garlic aroma.

Add breadcrumbs for crunch

Totally optional but highly recommended!

Let them rest 5 minutes before slicing

This keeps the cheese where it belongs.

Delicious Variations

Buffalo Mozzarella Chicken Bombs

Drizzle with buffalo sauce before baking.

Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Bombs

Wrap each piece in bacon before baking.

Creamy Ranch Chicken Bombs

Add a spoonful of cream cheese inside with the mozzarella.

Jalapeño Popper Chicken Bombs

Add sliced jalapeños inside for heat.

Italian Style

Swap ranch for Italian seasoning and add parmesan to the breadcrumbs.

Serving Suggestions

These chicken bombs pair perfectly with:

• Garlic butter pasta
• Mashed potatoes
• Ranch roasted potatoes
• Green beans
• Sautéed spinach
• Roasted broccoli

And don’t forget to drizzle extra ranch over the top if you love bold flavor!

Storing & Reheating

• Refrigerate: up to 4 days
• Reheat: in oven or air fryer
• Microwave: works fine — cheese stays melty