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  • Author: Mariem
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer, Snack
  • Method: Baking, Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Spicy Chicken Wings & Mozzarella Sticks are the ultimate appetizer combo! Crispy, saucy chicken wings with a spicy kick are paired with gooey, golden-fried mozzarella sticks. Serve them with ranch or blue cheese dressing for a game-day snack or a fun party platter!

Ingredients

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For the Spicy Chicken Wings:

  • 1 lb chicken wings (drums and flats)
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 tbsp honey (optional, for a slight sweetness)

For the Mozzarella Sticks:

  • 8 mozzarella string cheese sticks
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying

For Dipping Sauce:

  • Ranch or blue cheese dressing

Instructions

Preparing the Spicy Chicken Wings:

  1. Preheat Oven – Set the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season the Wings – In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with vegetable oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Bake – Arrange the wings on a lined baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  4. Prepare the Sauce – In a small bowl, mix hot sauce, melted butter, and honey.
  5. Coat the Wings – Once baked, toss the wings in the spicy sauce and return them to the oven for 5 minutes to set the glaze.

Preparing the Mozzarella Sticks:

  1. Freeze the Cheese – Place the mozzarella sticks in the freezer for at least 30 minutes (this prevents them from melting too fast while frying).
  2. Prepare Coating Stations – In separate bowls, place flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Coat the Sticks – Roll each mozzarella stick in flour, dip in egg, then coat in breadcrumbs. Repeat for a second layer to ensure a crispy coating.
  4. Fry – Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C) and fry the sticks for 1-2 minutes, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Serving:

  1. Serve hot, with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • For extra crispy wings, bake at 425°F and broil for the last 3-5 minutes.
  • Double-coating the mozzarella sticks prevents cheese from leaking during frying.
  • You can air-fry both the wings and mozzarella sticks for a healthier version.

Find it online: https://wowrecipesfood.com/spicy-chicken-wings-mozzarella-sticks-recipe/