Juicy • Melty • Oven-Baked • Meal-Prep Friendly
These golden, cheese-stuffed chicken bombs are everything comfort food should be—crispy on the outside, gooey in the middle, and loaded with protein. Perfect for dinner, meal prep, or even party trays.
🕒 Servings & Timing
- Servings: 6–8 (makes 8 large bombs)
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
- Total Time: ~45 minutes
🛒 Ingredients
🔹 Chicken Base
- 1½ lb (680 g) ground chicken (or finely chopped cooked chicken)
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup low-fat cottage cheese (blended smooth)
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (plain, thick)
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella (part-skim preferred)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
🔹 Flavor & Binding
- ½ cup finely diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
🔹 Filling
- 6–8 mozzarella or cheddar cheese cubes
- 6–8 slices turkey bacon or beef bacon, cooked & chopped
(or lean chicken bacon)
🔹 Topping
- ½ cup extra shredded mozzarella
- 2 tbsp Parmesan
- Chopped parsley (optional)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Oven
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a loaf pan or baking dish.
2️⃣ Make the High-Protein Mixture
In a large bowl, combine:
- Ground chicken
- Egg
- Blended cottage cheese
- Greek yogurt
- Mozzarella & Parmesan
- Onion, garlic, and all seasonings
Mix gently until just combined—don’t overwork.
3️⃣ Stuff the Bombs
- Scoop a large handful of chicken mixture.
- Flatten slightly in your palm.
- Add cheese cube + bacon in the center.
- Wrap and seal into a tight ball.
Repeat until all mixture is used.
4️⃣ Assemble
Place chicken bombs snugly in the baking dish.
Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
5️⃣ Bake
Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until:
- Tops are golden
- Internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C)
Optional: Broil 2–3 minutes for extra browning.
6️⃣ Rest & Serve
Let rest 5 minutes before serving so cheese sets slightly.
🧮 Nutrition (Approx per bomb – 1 of 8)
- Calories: ~240
- Protein: 28–32g
- Carbs: ~3–4g
- Fat: ~9g
✔ High protein
✔ Low carb
✔ Keto-friendly (with sugar-free bacon)
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- With steamed veggies or salad
- Over cauliflower mash
- As a protein meal-prep box
- Slice and serve on toothpicks for parties
🔄 Variations
🥦 Veggie-Boost
Add finely chopped spinach or bell peppers.
🌶 Spicy Version
Add jalapeños or hot sauce to the mix.
🧄 Ranch-Style
Mix in 1 tbsp ranch seasoning (sugar-free).
🧀 Extra Protein
Swap mozzarella filling with low-fat halloumi or protein cheese.
🧊 Storage & Meal Prep
- Fridge: Up to 4 days
- Freezer: Freeze raw or cooked up to 2 months
- Reheat: Oven or air fryer for best texture
💡 Pro Tips
- Blending cottage cheese = smoother texture
- Don’t overfill or cheese may leak
- Packing them tightly keeps them juicy
- Great for high-protein weight-loss meals
