Zero Carb Crispy Chicken Mozzarella Sticks – 22-Minute Recipe
Crispy, high‑protein mozzarella sticks coated in a savory chicken‑Parmesan blend, cooked in an air fryer for a low‑carb snack. The chicken coating adds protein while keeping the sticks crunchy and flavorful.
Recipe by iRick Wiggins· Structured by ReelsMeals
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Ingredients
- 1 piece chicken breast
- 1 piece egg
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 3 piece mozzarella sticks
- to taste Italian seasonings
- to serve marinara sauce
Instructions
- 1Blend the chicken breast, egg, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasonings in a food processor or bowl until a cohesive mixture forms.
- 2Take each mozzarella stick and wrap it tightly with the chicken mixture, pressing firmly so the coating adheres completely.
- 3Optional: Sprinkle an additional layer of grated Parmesan over the coated sticks for extra crispness.
- 4Place the coated sticks in a pre‑heated air fryer basket and cook at 400°F (392°F) for 10–12 minutes, or until the coating is golden and crispy.
- 5Remove the sticks from the air fryer, let them rest for a minute, then serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
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Blend Until Cohesive
Combine chicken, egg, Parmesan, and seasonings and blend until the mixture holds together.
Press Coating Firmly
Wrap each mozzarella stick tightly with the chicken mixture, pressing firmly.
Add Extra Parmesan for Crispness
Sprinkle an additional layer of grated Parmesan over the coated sticks before air‑frying, if desired.
Rest Before Serving
After air‑frying, let the sticks rest for a minute before dipping in marinara sauce.
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Frequently asked questions
- How long does it take to make Zero Carb Crispy Chicken High Protein Mozzarella Sticks?
- About 22 minutes in total: 10 minutes of prep and 12 minutes of cooking.
- How many servings does this Zero Carb Crispy Chicken High Protein Mozzarella Sticks recipe make?
- This recipe makes 2 servings as written; ingredient quantities on this page can be scaled.
- Where does this Zero Carb Crispy Chicken High Protein Mozzarella Sticks recipe come from?
- It was shared by iRick Wiggins on instagram.com. ReelsMeals structured the original post into this step-by-step card; the original is linked above.