1. In a bowl, mix the cooked, shredded chicken with the buffalo sauce until the chicken is evenly coated.

2. Take a piece of mozzarella cheese, wrap it with the buffalo chicken, and then wrap it with a slice of bacon. Secure with a toothpick if needed.

3. Place the flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs (mixed with the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper) in separate shallow bowls.

4. Dredge each chicken-wrapped mozzarella stick in the flour, dip it in the beaten eggs, and then coat it in the seasoned breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to help the breading adhere.

5. In a deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

6. Carefully add the breaded mozzarella sticks to the hot oil and fry for 3-4 minutes, or until they’re golden brown and crispy. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.

7. Remove the fried mozzarella sticks from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. Serve hot, with extra buffalo sauce for dipping.