Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Mozzarella Sticks

Are you looking for a delicious and easy appetizer to whip up for your next gathering? Look no further than these Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Mozzarella Sticks!

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into strips
• 1 cup buffalo sauce
• 1 cup bread crumbs
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 cup flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 8 mozzarella sticks

Instructions:

• 1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
• 2. In a bowl, mix together the buffalo sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder.
• 3. Dip each chicken strip into the flour, then the buffalo sauce mixture, then the bread crumbs.
• 4. Wrap each chicken strip around a mozzarella stick.
• 5. Place the chicken mozzarella sticks in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
• 6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Popular questions:

• Can I use pre-cooked chicken?
  Yes, you can use pre-cooked chicken for this recipe. Simply skip the initial step of cooking the chicken strips and proceed with coating them in the buffalo sauce, flour, and bread crumbs.
• Can I bake these in the oven instead of using an air fryer?
  Yes, you can bake the chicken mozzarella sticks in a preheated oven at 400°F for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.
• What can I serve with these mozzarella sticks?
  These sticks pair well with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping, along with celery and carrot sticks on the side.

Helpful tips:

• 1. For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the buffalo sauce mixture.
• 2. Make sure to coat the chicken strips evenly for a crispy crust.
• 3. You can customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of buffalo sauce used.

Expert Secrets:

• 1. Marinate the chicken strips in the buffalo sauce mixture for at least 30 minutes before coating for extra flavor.
• 2. Use panko bread crumbs for an extra crunchy coating.
• 3. Experiment with different types of cheese for a unique twist on this recipe.