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Spicy Copycat Chili’s Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks

Spicy Copycat Chili’s Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks You’ll Love

Crunchy and cheesy, these Spicy Copycat Chili’s Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks will elevate your snack game.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 10 minutes
Freezing Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 sticks
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Sticks
  • 12 sticks Mozzarella String Cheese
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 2 tbsp Milk
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Consider Italian-flavored for an added twist
  • 1 cup Regular Breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable or Canola Oil
For the Nashville Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Cayenne Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt

Equipment

  • Deep skillet or pot
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Cheese: Start by placing the mozzarella string cheese sticks in the freezer for at least 1 hour.
  2. Set Up Breading Station: Prepare your breading station with flour, egg mixture, and breadcrumb mixture.
  3. Coat the Mozzarella: Dip each stick into flour, then egg, and finally the breadcrumb blend. Double coat for extra crunch.
  4. Freeze Again: Return the coated sticks to the freezer for 30 minutes.
  5. Fry: Heat oil to 350°F and fry mozzarella sticks for 1–2 minutes or until golden brown.
  6. Prepare Nashville Sauce: Mix oil, cayenne, paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, chili powder, and salt.
  7. Coat the Sticks: Brush or toss the fried sticks in the Nashville sauce.
  8. Serve: Serve immediately with dipping sauces of your choice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stickCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure mozzarella sticks are frozen solid before frying to prevent leaking. Monitor oil temperature and avoid overcrowding while frying for optimal results.

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