These soft, homemade chicken-stuffed buns combine fluffy dough with a savory filling of seasoned chicken, fresh herbs, and spices. Perfect for snacks, lunches, or party platters, these buns are delicious fresh out of the oven or warmed up the next day. With a light golden crust and gooey melted cheese inside, they’re bound to be a crowd-pleaser. This recipe yields 7 generously sized buns and includes tips for variations and storage so you can enjoy these buns at their best.
Full Recipe:
Soft Chicken-Stuffed Buns
- Total Time: 45mins
Description
These soft, homemade chicken-stuffed buns combine fluffy dough with a savory filling of seasoned chicken, fresh herbs, and spices. Perfect for snacks, lunches, or party platters, these buns are delicious fresh out of the oven or warmed up the next day. With a light golden crust and gooey melted cheese inside, they’re bound to be a crowd-pleaser. This recipe yields 7 generously sized buns and includes tips for variations and storage so you can enjoy these buns at their best.
Ingredients
Dough:
- Flour – 400 g
- Water – 130 ml
- Milk – 130 ml
- Dry Yeast – 1 tbsp (8 g)
- Sugar – 1 tbsp
- Salt – 1 tsp (5 g)
- Oil – 60 ml
Filling:
- Chicken Breast – 350 g, finely chopped
- Onion – 1/2, diced
- Bell Pepper – 1/2, diced
- Garlic – 2 cloves, minced
- Parsley/Cilantro – as desired, chopped
- Spices – salt, pepper, ginger, turmeric, and paprika to taste
- Olive Oil – for cooking
Topping and Glaze:
- Sour Cream – for brushing the buns before baking
- Grated Cheese – to add richness and flavor to each bun
- Egg Yolk – 1, mixed with 1 tbsp milk (for a golden glaze)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, mix the dry yeast with warm water (not too hot) and sugar. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast mixture, milk, and oil.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour and salt to the bowl, mixing until the dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add a little more flour if it feels too sticky.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for 1-1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
Step 2: Prepare the Filling
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a pan and add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
- Season and Cook: Add the chopped chicken breast, salt, pepper, ginger, turmeric, and paprika. Cook until the chicken is fully cooked and all spices are well combined.
- Add Herbs: Stir in parsley or cilantro. Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
Step 3: Assemble the Buns
- Divide the Dough: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 7 equal parts.
- Flatten and Fill: Take each piece of dough, flatten it with your hands or a rolling pin, and place a spoonful of the chicken filling in the center. Add a small amount of grated cheese.
- Seal the Buns: Fold the edges of the dough over the filling and pinch tightly to seal. Shape into a round bun and place seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 4: Bake the Buns
- Second Rise: Cover the buns with a cloth and let them rise for another 15-20 minutes.
- Apply Glaze: Brush each bun with the egg yolk and milk mixture for a golden crust. Add a dollop of sour cream on top for extra richness.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake the buns for 20-25 minutes or until they’re golden brown.
- Final Touch: Sprinkle with extra grated cheese and bake for an additional 5 minutes if desired.
- Prep Time: 30mins
- Cook Time: 15mins