Chili's Triple Dipper Recipe
Recipe Overview
Overview
The Chili’s Triple Dipper is a fantastic way to enjoy a variety of flavors all on one plate. This recipe features three crowd-pleasing appetizers: Nashville hot mozzarella sticks, Southwest egg rolls, and honey chipotle chicken crispers. Each component is designed to be crispy and flavorful, making it a perfect choice for parties or game day gatherings.
Starting with the mozzarella sticks, the use of a large block of mozzarella allows for thick, satisfying planks that create an impressive cheese pull when fried. The breading process is straightforward, involving a dry-wet-dry method that ensures a crunchy exterior. The addition of Nashville hot seasoning gives these sticks a spicy kick that balances beautifully with the creamy ranch dip.
The Southwest egg rolls are another highlight, filled with a mix of chicken, cheese, corn, and black beans, all wrapped in a tortilla and fried to golden perfection. They are served with a zesty avocado ranch that complements the flavors wonderfully. The versatility of the filling means you can adjust it to suit your taste, making them a great option for meal prep.
Finally, the honey chipotle chicken crispers are a must-try. The double dredging technique ensures a crispy coating, while the sweet and spicy sauce adds a delightful flavor. This dish is not only delicious but also cost-effective, as making it at home is often cheaper than ordering out.
Overall, the Chili’s Triple Dipper is a fun and satisfying way to enjoy a variety of flavors and textures. Whether you’re hosting a party or just looking for a tasty snack, this recipe is sure to impress.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Cut a 16 oz block of mozzarella into half-inch thick planks.
Tip: Use a 16 oz block of mozzarella for the best cheese pull.
Set up a breading station with flour, seasoned eggs, and a mixture of seasoned and panko breadcrumbs.
Tip: You can customize the flavor of the breading with different spices.
Coat mozzarella sticks in flour, dip in egg, and cover with breadcrumbs.
Tip: You can prepare the breaded items a day or two in advance and freeze them.
Place breaded mozzarella sticks in the freezer for 30 minutes.
Tip: Using buttermilk instead of regular milk enhances the ranch flavor.
Combine ranch packet, buttermilk, sour cream, mayonnaise, and pickle juice.
Tip: Heat the oil slightly hotter than desired to compensate for temperature drop when adding food.
Mix paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper for Nashville hot seasoning.
Tip: Ensure mozzarella sticks are frozen before air frying to maintain shape.
Heat oil to 370°F for frying mozzarella sticks.
Fry mozzarella sticks until golden brown and crispy.
Mix cooked chicken, Monterey Jack cheese, corn, black beans, jalapenos, red bell pepper, spinach, green onion, and taco seasoning.
Tip: Finely chop ingredients for the egg rolls to ensure even filling distribution.
Spoon filling into tortillas and roll tightly, sealing with a toothpick.
Fry egg rolls until golden brown and crispy.
Tip: You can air fry the egg rolls for a healthier option.
Blend ranch dressing with avocado and lime until smooth.
Tip: Use a ripe avocado for a creamier avocado ranch.
Cut chicken into strips and marinate in buttermilk and hot sauce.
Tip: Marinate chicken in buttermilk to enhance tenderness and flavor.
Mix flour with onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and baking powder.
Tip: Add baking powder to the flour for extra crispiness.
Tip: Double dredging the chicken ensures a thick, crispy coating.
Dredge chicken in seasoned flour, dip in buttermilk, and coat again in flour.
Fry chicken tenders at 350°F until cooked through and crispy.
Coat fried chicken tenders with honey chipotle sauce.
Serve mozzarella sticks, egg rolls, and chicken tenders with dips.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Almond Milk
Ingredient: Eggs
→ Substitution: Flaxseed Meal + Water
Ingredient: Gluten
→ Substitution: Gluten-Free Flour Blend
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Frequently asked questions
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Nashville hot mozzarella sticks are known for their epic cheese pull and crispy coating.
- •Southwest egg rolls can be customized with various fillings like chicken, corn, and black beans.
- •Honey chipotle sauce adds a sweet and spicy flavor to chicken tenders.
- •Using buttermilk in marinades helps tenderize chicken and enhance flavor.
