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Savory Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Pretzel Bites Easy Recipe with Ranch Dip

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These Savory Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Pretzel Bites combine a spicy buffalo chicken filling with soft, chewy pretzel dough, served with a cool ranch dipping sauce. Perfect for game nights, parties, or a flavorful snack.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour (440 g)
  • 1 ½ cups warm water (355 ml)
  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 2 tbsp sugar (25 g)
  • 1 tsp salt (5 g)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (57 g)
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded (280 g)
  • ½ cup buffalo wing sauce (120 ml)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened (115 g)
  • ¼ cup ranch dressing (60 ml)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (113 g)
  • ¼ cup baking soda (60 g)
  • 10 cups water (2.4 L)
  • Coarse kosher salt for sprinkling
  • Extra ranch dressing for dipping

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a large bowl, combine warm water (about 110°F / 43°C), sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit until frothy and bubbly on top, about 5 to 10 minutes.
  2. Make the dough: Add melted butter and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually mix in the flour until a shaggy dough forms. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. The dough should be slightly tacky but not sticky.
  3. First rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  4. Prepare the buffalo chicken filling: Combine shredded chicken, buffalo wing sauce, softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, and shredded cheddar cheese in a bowl. Mix until well combined and creamy.
  5. Shape the pretzel bites: Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Divide into 24 equal pieces (about 1.5 oz / 43 g each). Flatten each piece into a small disk, place about 1 tablespoon of filling in the center, pinch the dough around it to seal completely, and roll into bite-sized balls.
  6. Boil the pretzel bites: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Bring 10 cups of water and baking soda to a boil. Using a slotted spoon, gently drop 6-8 pretzel bites into the boiling water for about 30 seconds each side (1 minute total). Remove and place on prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake: Sprinkle pretzel bites with coarse kosher salt and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and firm.
  8. Cool and serve: Let cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes before serving with extra ranch dressing.

Notes

Do not skip the baking soda bath to get the authentic pretzel crust. Seal the filling tightly to prevent leaks. Let dough rise fully for soft bites. Brush with melted butter after baking for a shinier crust. Chill filled bites before boiling to reduce leaks. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days; reheat in oven or air fryer for best texture.

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Keywords: buffalo chicken, pretzel bites, appetizer, snack, party food, ranch dip, spicy, cheesy

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