Description
Soft, fluffy buns stuffed with creamy, spicy dynamite chicken — a perfect fusion of heat, cheese, and comfort in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup warm milk (100°F / 38°C)
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon oil (for kneading)
- 1 tablespoon oil (for filling)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb (450 g) boneless chicken breast, finely diced or shredded
- 1 tablespoon sambal oelek (or chili paste substitute)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon cream cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 egg yolk (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon milk
- Extra cheese and parsley flakes for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5 minutes until foamy.
- Add egg, softened butter, and salt; mix well. Gradually add flour, kneading until a soft dough forms. Add oil and knead 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rise 1 hour or until doubled.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant. Add diced chicken and cook until golden and tender. Stir in sambal oelek, mayo, and cream cheese. Add salt, pepper, and mozzarella; stir until creamy. Let cool before filling.
- Punch down the risen dough and divide into 8–10 pieces. Flatten each piece into a circle. Add 1 heaping tablespoon of chicken filling in the center. Pinch edges to seal and shape into a bun. Place seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Cover buns and let rest 20 minutes. Mix egg yolk with milk for egg wash; brush over each bun. Sprinkle with shredded cheese and parsley flakes. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–20 minutes, until golden brown.
- Serve warm — each bite delivers creamy, spicy, cheesy perfection! These buns pair beautifully with iced coffee, soup, or a fresh salad.
Notes
For an extra spicy kick, increase the sambal oelek or add chili flakes. You can also replace chicken with tuna, shrimp, or mushrooms for a tasty variation.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 80mg