Crispy Chicken Caprese Bites

Ingredients (17)

• 3/4 pounds chicken breasts, cubed into about 1-inch pieces
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 cups canola oil, for frying
• 1 quart cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 pound mozzarella balls
• Fresh basil leaves
• Toothpicks or small skewers
• Quick Balsamic Syrup:
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup sugar