1. Can I bake these instead of frying?

Absolutely! Bake them on a parchment-lined baking sheet at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through. Spray them with a little cooking oil to get a crispy crust.

2. Can I use pre-cooked frozen chicken?

Yep, just make sure it’s shredded and warmed slightly so it mixes well with the BBQ sauce.

3. What’s the best way to reheat them?

Pop them in the air fryer or oven at 375°F for 5–7 minutes to bring back the crunch. Microwaving works in a pinch, but they might get a little soggy.

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You bet! Freeze the cooked sticks in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer bag. Reheat straight from frozen in the oven or air fryer.

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Besides BBQ sauce, ranch, honey mustard, or even a spicy aioli are fantastic choices.

BBQ Chicken Mozzarella Sticks

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Cheesy and smoky BBQ chicken mozzarella sticks that are perfect for game day or family gatherings. Crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside.

Author: contactjunorecipes-com
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Snack
Method: Frying / Air Frying
Cuisine: American
Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Ingredients

2 cups shredded cooked chicken
8–10 mozzarella string cheese sticks
1/2 cup BBQ sauce
2 eggs
1 cup flour
1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs
Garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper (to taste)
Oil for frying (or cooking spray for air frying)

Instructions

Shred the chicken finely and toss it in BBQ sauce. Adjust the sauce to taste.
Wrap a string cheese stick with the BBQ chicken mixture.
Freeze the wrapped cheese sticks for about 20 minutes.
Set up a dredging station with flour, beaten eggs, and panko mixed with seasonings.
Dredge the frozen sticks in flour, then egg, and finally breadcrumbs.
Fry in hot oil for 2–3 minutes until golden brown or air fry at 400°F for 8–10 minutes.
Serve hot with extra BBQ sauce for dipping.

Notes

Do not skip the freezing step to keep the sticks intact while cooking. Experiment with different BBQ sauces for varied flavor.

Find it online: https://junorecipes.com/bbq-chicken-mozzarella-sticks/