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Golden baked buns filled with spicy chicken and melted cheese, topped with herbs and served on a tray.

Cheesy Dynamite Chicken Buns Recipe | Spicy Stuffed Buns with Chicken, Cheese & Dynamite Sauce

These Cheesy Dynamite Chicken Buns are the ultimate savory snack—soft, golden buns stuffed with spicy shredded chicken, melty cheese, and a creamy dynamite sauce that packs a punch. Baked to perfection and oozing with flavor, they’re perfect for game day, potlucks, or anytime you want a handheld bite that delivers heat and comfort. Customize with jalapeños, herbs, or extra cheese for a bold twist. Easy to prep and even easier to devour!
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Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Course Appetizer, Lunch, Snack
Cuisine Asian-Inspired, Fusion, Street Food
Servings 12 buns
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Stand mixer or whisk
  • Frying pan
  • Pastry brush
  • Baking tray
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

Dough

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2¼ tsp active dry yeast
  • ½ cup warm milk
  • ½ cup warm water
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp sunflower oil
  • 2 tbsp butter, softened
  • 1 tsp salt

Chicken Filling

  • 2 chicken breasts, cubed
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tbsp sambal oelek
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 egg

Cornstarch Coating

  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp onion powder

Sauce

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp sambal oelek

Toppings

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Milk (for brushing)

Instructions
 

  • Make Dough: Mix flour, yeast, milk, water, egg, honey, oil, butter, and salt. Knead until smooth. Let rise until doubled (about 1 hour).
  • Prepare Chicken: Marinate cubed chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, sambal oelek, soy sauce, and egg for 15 minutes.
  • Coat & Fry: Toss chicken in cornstarch mix. Fry until golden and crispy. Drain excess oil.
  • Shape Buns: Divide dough into 12 balls. Flatten each, fill with chicken and cheese, seal and shape.
  • Top & Bake: Brush with milk, sprinkle spice blend and Parmesan. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes.
  • Make Sauce: Mix mayo, chili sauce, sambal oelek. Drizzle over warm buns.

Notes

  • Use sambal oelek for authentic heat—adjust to taste.
  • Freeze unbaked buns and bake fresh when needed.
  • Store baked buns in airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in oven at 180°C for 8–10 minutes.
  • Avoid overfilling to prevent bursting.
  • Use a kitchen scale for even bun sizes.
 
Keyword cheesy chicken, fusion snack, Party Food, sambal oelek, Spicy buns, stuffed bread