WW Chicken Mozzarella Bombs

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The WW Chicken Mozzarella Bombs are an amazing recipe option for Weight Watchers because it is a light version of the traditional and classic heavy baked cheesy chicken. This includes a light version of cheese and cream, which makes it low on calories and low on WW points as well, making it a delicious yet healthy option for Weight Watchers. It still delivers you the crispy and cheesy goodness. It does not need much time to prepare; you only need 40 minutes to make this exciting and delicious WW-friendly dish. You can make the WW Chicken Mozzarella Bombs for either a family dinner, party snack, or even for meal prep.

STATS:

  • Calories: 210 kcal
  • Prep time: 15 minutes
  • Serving size: 1 bomb
  • Cook time: 20-25 minutes
  • Cuisine: American
  • Total time: 35-40 minutes
  • Course: Main
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Serving: 4

EQUIPMENT:

  • Spoon
  • Non-stick cooking spray
  • Oven
  • Baking sheet with parchment paper
  • Large mixing bowl

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 cups of skinless and boneless shredded cooked chicken breast
  • ¾ cup of part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup of grated low-fat Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • ⅓ cup of light, softened cream cheese
  • 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Non-stick cooking spray
  • Chopped parsley (optional for garnish)

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CHICKEN BREAST:

  • Lean protein inside the chicken keeps it low-fat but makes the meal filling. For substitute, use cooked turkey.

PART-SKIM MOZARELLA:

  • This cheese melts properly without adding much fat. For substitute, use fat-free mozzarella.

LOW-FAT PARMESAN:

  • A small amount of this ingredient can go a long way and it also provides savory flavor. For a substitute, use nutritional yeast instead.

LIGHT CREAM CHEESE:

  • It naturally includes a creamy texture and is helpful in binding and combining the filling. For an alternative, use fat-free cream cheese.

ITALIAN & GARLIC SEASONING:

  • These provide us with their flavors without adding many calories. For alternative options, use oregano or dried basil.

COOKING SPRAY:

  • It helps in avoiding sticking and has almost zero fat in it.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Heat up your oven to 190°C.
  2. After putting the parchment paper on the baking sheet, lightly spray non-stick cooking spray on top.
  3. For making the filling, take a large mixing bowl.
  4. Put shredded chicken, garlic powder, mozzarella, parmesan, Italian seasoning, cream cheese, salt, and pepper inside and mix properly.
  5. Take ¼ cup of the mix to create balls by rolling gently.
  6. Put each ball in the baking dish.
  7. Spray some cooking spray on their tops.
  8. Bake these bombs for 20 to 25 minutes till the cheese melts and they become light golden on the top.
  9. Rest them for 2 to 3 minutes and garnish them with parsley if u desire before serving them.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

  • For a side dip, you can serve these bombs with salsa.
  • Serving them with roasted veggies is also another suggestion.
  • For a protein lunch, you can include these chicken mozzarella bombs in whole wheat wraps.

TIPS:

  • Use a good amount of cooking spray on the parchment paper to avoid any sticking.
  • Since low-fat cheese can dry up quickly, try not to overbake this recipe.
  • To include more flavor to these chicken mozzarella bombs, you can sprinkle some chili flakes or smoked paprika.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Keep them inside a tight box for four days. To warm them up again, use the microwave at 175°C for ten minutes.

FREEZER:

  • You will need to freeze them in cooked form first on a tray and then put them inside a freezer bag for two months. Heat them up again in their frozen form for 20 to 25 minutes at 190°C.

FAQs:

Can I include fat-free cheese rather than low-fat?

  • The texture will become dry if you use fat-free cheese.

Rather than baking, is it okay if I air fry these bombs?

  • Yes, just spray some cooking spray on the basket and air-fry them for 10 to 12 minutes at 190°C till they turn golden.

Are these chicken mozzarella bombs gluten-free?

  • This version of the recipe is gluten-free naturally.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 210 kcal
Net carbs: 2.5 grams
Iron: 1.5 milligrams
Total carbs: 3 grams
Vitamin A: 370 IU
Fiber: 0.5 grams
Calcium: 250 milligrams
Protein: 34 grams
Serving size: 1 bomb
Sodium: 430 milligrams
Serving: 4
Potassium: 420 milligrams
Weight Watcher Points: 2-3 points