Monster Chicken Bacon Ranch Bombs
Indulge in the ultimate flavor explosion with Monster Chicken Bacon Ranch Bombs! These delightful bites combine tender chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch dressing, all enveloped in golden, flaky pizza dough. Perfect for parties or casual nights in, they guarantee to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Easy to prepare and utterly delicious, you’ll find yourself making these again and again!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 strips thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 package (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces; season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Let cool briefly before crumbling.
- In a bowl, mix chicken, crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, and shredded cheese until evenly combined.
- Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface and cut into squares large enough to hold about 1 tablespoon of filling.
- Place filling in the center of each square, fold corners over, and pinch tightly to seal.
- Arrange bombs seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bomb (60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g (includes monounsaturated fat approx. 4g)
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for added flavor. For a healthier version, substitute turkey bacon and whole wheat pizza dough. Serve with extra ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce for an extra kick.