Introduction

Dynamite Chicken Buns are soft, fluffy buns filled with a spicy, flavorful chicken mixture and topped with a cheesy, spicy crust. Perfect as a snack or light meal, these buns combine comforting bread with a kick of heat that will satisfy your cravings.

The image shows a tray filled with nine crispy fried chicken sandwiches and a side of crinkle-cut fries along with a small white cup of red ketchup. Each sandwich has three layers visible: the top and bottom are light golden sesame seed buns, the middle layer is a crispy, orange-browned fried chicken fillet, topped with pale green lettuce and several slices of bright green pickles, all topped with a generous layer of creamy white sauce. The fries are golden and piled around the sandwiches on the metal tray, all set on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

75 ml water
200 ml milk
15 g honey
9 g instant yeast
1 egg (for dough)
30 ml sunflower oil
600 g flour
8 g salt (for dough)
25 g butter
40 g Parmesan cheese
2 g cayenne powder
1.5 g onion powder
1 g black pepper powder
700 g chicken filet
5 g salt (for chicken)
3 g onion powder (for chicken)
3 g garlic powder (for chicken)
4 g cayenne powder (for chicken)
1.5 g black pepper powder (for chicken)
15 g sambal oelek
10 ml soy sauce
1 egg (for chicken filling)

Instructions

Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine the water, milk, honey, and instant yeast. Let it sit for a few minutes until the yeast becomes frothy and activates.
Step 2: Add the egg, sunflower oil, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Knead the mixture until a smooth, elastic dough forms.
Step 3: Incorporate the butter in small pieces into the dough, continuing to knead until fully absorbed. Cover and let the dough rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
Step 4: Finely dice or mince the chicken filet. In a bowl, mix the chicken with salt, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne powder, black pepper powder, sambal oelek, soy sauce, and the egg to create a well-seasoned filling.
Step 5: Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release air and divide it into 14 equal portions.
Step 6: Flatten each dough portion slightly and place a generous amount of chicken filling in the center. Wrap the dough around the filling, pinching the edges tightly to seal. Place the buns seam side down on a parchment-lined baking tray.
Step 7: Mix Parmesan cheese, cayenne powder, onion powder, and black pepper powder in a small bowl. Sprinkle this spicy cheesy topping evenly over each bun.
Step 8: Allow the buns to proof again for 20-30 minutes until slightly puffed.
Step 9: Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Bake the buns for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 10: Remove the buns from the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve warm to enjoy the spicy chicken filling with the gooey cheesy topping inside soft buns.

Tips & Variations

For extra moisture in the filling, add a tablespoon of mayonnaise or cream cheese to the chicken mixture.
Adjust the cayenne powder to control the spice level to your preference.
Use mozzarella instead of Parmesan for a different cheesy texture on top.
Substitute chicken breast with ground chicken or turkey for easier shredding and mixing.

Storage

Store leftover buns in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for 4-5 days. To reheat, warm them in an oven at 180°C (350°F) for 5-7 minutes to maintain their crispness and softness. Avoid microwaving to prevent soggy buns.

How to Serve

The image shows eight fried chicken sandwiches arranged closely together on a metal tray over a white marbled surface. Each sandwich has three layers: a top golden-brown toasted bun with a slightly shiny texture and light seeds sprinkled, a middle layer of crispy, reddish-brown fried chicken topped with white creamy sauce drizzled unevenly and pale green pickle slices, and a bottom layer of bright green leafy lettuce sitting on a soft white bun. On the right side of the tray is a pile of golden, crinkled fries. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare the dough in advance?

Yes, you can make the dough the day before and refrigerate it overnight. Bring it to room temperature before shaping and filling the buns.

What can I use instead of sambal oelek?

If you don’t have sambal oelek, you can substitute with other chili pastes or sriracha to add the spicy kick to the chicken filling.