Buffalo Chicken Mozzarella Sticks
A reliable homemade buffalo chicken mozzarella sticks recipe inspired by a highly saved Pinterest favorite.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 83 minutes
- Yield: 12 sticks
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups finely shredded cooked chicken
- 1/3 cup buffalo sauce
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella
- 12 mozzarella string cheese halves
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Oil for frying
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing, to serve
Instructions
- Mix: Combine chicken, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, and shredded mozzarella.
- Shape: Wrap the mixture firmly around each mozzarella piece to form a stick. Freeze 30 minutes.
- Bread: Coat each stick in flour, egg, and seasoned panko; repeat egg and panko for a sturdy crust.
- Fry: Fry at 350°F for 2 to 3 minutes until crisp and golden.
- Serve: Drain briefly and serve warm with dressing and extra buffalo sauce.
Notes
Store leftovers promptly in a covered container. Images are AI-generated illustrations; recipe not kitchen-tested.