Cheesy Dynamite Chicken Buns – Creamy and Tangy
For the Dough
- 500 gall-purpose flour
- 7 ginstant yeast
- 2 tbspsugar
- 1 tspsalt
- 1egg
- 3 tbspvegetable oil
- 250ml warm milk
- 2 tbspsoftened butter
For the Chicken Filling
- 400 gchicken breast, diced
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 1small onion, chopped
- 2garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsppaprika
- 1/2 tspgarlic powder
- 1/2 tspcumin
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Dynamite Sauce
- 4 tbspmayonnaise
- 2 tbspsweet chili sauce
- 1 tbspsriracha
- 1 tsphoney
- 1/2 tsplemon juice
For the Cheese Topping
- 200 gshredded mozzarella
- 100 ggrated cheddar
- 1egg yolk mixed with 1 tbsp milk, for brushing
- Sesame seeds, optional
- Make the dough:Mix the warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Add the egg, oil, butter, salt, and flour. Knead until smooth, then cover and let rise for 45–60 minutes.
- Cook the chicken:Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sauté the onion and garlic, then add the seasoned chicken. Cook until golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Prepare the filling:Mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lemon juice. Combine the sauce with the cooled chicken and half of the mozzarella and cheddar.
- Shape the buns:Divide the dough into 8 portions. Flatten each piece, add the chicken filling, and seal the edges tightly.
- Let them rise:Arrange the buns seam-side down on a lined baking tray. Cover and rest for 15–20 minutes.
- Brush and bake:Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–22 minutes, until golden.
- Add the cheese:Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and cheddar over the buns during the last 3–5 minutes of baking. Serve warm and enjoy.