Name: Cheesy Buffalo Ranch Chicken Bombs Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: PT-492071H18M29S
Total time: PT-492071H18M29S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded; 1 cup cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup buffalo sauce; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1/4 cup ranch dressing; 1/4 cup green onions, chopped; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 package refrigerated crescent roll dough

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Introduction

Cheesy Buffalo Ranch Chicken Bombs are a deliciously spicy and creamy snack perfect for game days or casual gatherings. Wrapped in flaky crescent dough, these bites combine shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, and ranch for an irresistible treat.

The image shows small round dough balls with a soft white outer layer, each stuffed with shredded orange chicken inside. On top of each ball is a thick layer of bright orange sauce, drizzled slightly down the sides. The top is sprinkled with small blue cheese crumbles and finely chopped green onions, giving a mix of white, blue, and green colors over the orange. The balls rest closely together on a textured brown baking tray, set on a white marbled surface. One dough ball in the front is cut open, revealing the tender chicken inside, while the rest remain whole with the same toppings scattered around. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded
1 cup cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup buffalo sauce
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 package refrigerated crescent roll dough
1/4 cup ranch dressing
1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2: In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, shredded cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Step 3: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into individual triangles.
Step 4: Spoon a generous amount of the chicken mixture onto the wide end of each dough triangle.
Step 5: Carefully roll the dough from the wide end over the filling, tucking in the sides as you go to seal each “bomb.”
Step 6: Place the filled bombs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them slightly apart.
Step 7: Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crescent rolls turn golden brown and the filling is heated through.
Step 8: Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with extra ranch dressing if desired.

Tips & Variations

For a spicier kick, add extra buffalo sauce to the filling mixture.
You can prepare these ahead of time and freeze them before baking; bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
Serve with additional ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping to enhance the flavors.
Try swapping cheddar cheese for pepper jack for a different flavor profile.

Storage

Store any leftover chicken bombs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes to keep the crust crisp. These can also be frozen before or after baking; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Serve

The image shows round, soft bread rolls with a light golden brown top and a creamy white base layer. Each roll has been cut open, revealing shredded orange chicken inside. The rolls are topped with a bright orange sauce drizzled over them, scattered with small chunks of light blue cheese, and sprinkled with chopped green onions. The rolls are placed on a dark baking tray, with a few green onion pieces and cheese crumbs around them. The close-up view highlights the soft texture of the bread and the moist filling inside. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use rotisserie chicken for this recipe?

Yes, rotisserie chicken works perfectly and saves time. Just shred it well before mixing with the other ingredients.

Can I make these vegetarian?

To make a vegetarian version, substitute the chicken with cooked cauliflower florets or cooked jackfruit and adjust seasoning as desired.