Instructions
step 1 In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with buffalo sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese until well combined./nstep 2 Cut each mozzarella stick in half to create shorter pieces./nstep 3 Take a portion of the buffalo chicken mixture and wrap it around each mozzarella piece, forming a stick shape./nstep 4 Place the coated sticks on a tray and freeze for at least 30–45 minutes to help them hold their shape./nstep 5 Set up a breading station with flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and a mixture of breadcrumbs, panko, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a third./nstep 6 Dip each frozen stick into flour, then egg, then the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to coat evenly. Repeat for a thicker coating if desired./nstep 7 Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C)./nstep 8 Lightly spray the sticks with cooking spray and place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer./nstep 9 Air fry for 8–10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through./nstep 10 Serve hot with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Storage and Reheating Tips
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3–5 minutes to restore crispiness. These can also be frozen before cooking and air fried directly from frozen with a slightly longer cook time.
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