Spicy Chicken Stuffed Buns

If you are looking for a portable lunch or snack that’s not only filling but incredibly tasty, you are going to love these spicy chicken stuffed buns. Learn how easy it is to make light and fluffy chicken buns with a warm, flavorful, spicy filling.

Post includes Weight Watchers points. Under $5 per serving.

Fast food isn’t always good, and good food isn’t always fast. Such is the case with these flavorful stuffed buns. Making these portable chicken buns from scratch takes a little time to make, but it’s easier than you think to make this impressive and totally delicious dish! 

This Chicken Stuffed Bun recipe is super versatile too. Serve spicy buns with soup and salad, as a side dish to a veggie-based meal or keep them on hand for an easy after-school snack. Kids love these, so they are also great for sticking into lunch boxes. Make a batch of stuffed buns on Sunday and enjoy them all week long. 

Stuffed buns aren’t a quick recipe, but the method is uncomplicated. You’ll be surprised at how easy it really is to make restaurant-quality stuffed buns at home! 

And If you like chicken sandwiched then check out these really easy Buffalo Chicken Sandwich and Chicken Shawarma Wrap.

Why Make This Recipe

• Portable – These chicken buns are portable and perfect for a picnic, snacking, and packing in lunch boxes. 
• Flavorful – The aromatic chicken filling and tender bakery-style bun are a yummy combination. 
• Filling – These spicy buns are loaded with protein and carbohydrates to energize you and keep you feeling full. 

Ingredient Notes

For the filling:

• Chicken  – I used thigh meat and chopped it into small pieces. You can also use chicken breast.
• Butter – Use butter or neutral-flavored oil for cooking the chicken.
• Aromatics – Garlic and thinly sliced onion will provide a lot of flavors. 
• Tomato Purée – Use homemade or store-bought tomato puree.
• Chili sauce – Chili sauce will add flavor and heat.
• Italian seasoning – This herb blend usually contains basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme, garlic powder, sage, and coriander.
• Chili flakes – These add spice and can be omitted if you prefer.
• Salt – Salt brings all the flavors together. 

For buns:

• All-purpose flour – You could also use bread flour.
• Dry active yeast – Yeast is available in individual packets or in a jar. Always check the expiration date and use fresh yeast. 
• Sugar – These stuffed buns won’t be overly sweet, but the sugar is needed to help activate the yeast.
• Egg – Egg helps the dough to come together and adds lift during baking. 
• Butter/Oil – Use whichever you have on hand.
• Salt – Salt makes everything taste better.
• Milk – The milk will be the liquid for the dough. 

For topping the buns:

• Egg Yolk – Helps the seeds to stick and creates a shiny surface.
• Sesame Seeds – Use black or white or a combination. 

How To Make Stuffed Chicken Buns

Get full ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.

1. Activate the yeast by combining warm milk, yeast, and sugar and let it sit for 5 minutes.
2. Combine flour, salt, eggs, oil and yeast mixture in a mixing bowl.
3. Knead until a soft dough forms.
4. Place it in a bowl covered with plastic wrap and allow it to rise until it doubles in size, about 1 hour. 

1. While the dough rises, make the chicken mixture by cooking chicken in a pan for 2-3 minutes. 
2. Add the onion and cook 1-2 minutes more. 
3. Pour in the tomato purée, chili sauce, Italian seasoning, grated garlic, and chili flakes.
4. Cook until everything is combined and the chicken is cooked through. 

Note: Always check chicken for doneness with a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should be 165F / 75C.

1. While the chicken cools, divide the dough into 12 equal balls. 
2. Press the dough into a disk and fill with the chicken mixture before closing to form a ball. Repeat with all of the dough and chicken. 
3.  Sprinkle the chicken stuffed buns with sesame seeds and allow them to rest for 30-35 minutes. 
4. Then bake for 20-22 minutes in a preheated oven at 350F / 180C oven.

Tips For Success

• When baking, always use room-temperature ingredients. 
• Use a scale for the most accurate measurements.
• Cut the chicken into very small bite-sized pieces.
• Allow the chicken filling to cool before stuffing it into the dough.
• Avoid overfilling the dough. 

Variations

• Use Ground Meat – Don’t worry if the meat is cut small enough when you use ground meat. 
• Swap The Meat – Use pork, beef or even tofu in place of chicken. 
• Use Store-Bought Dough – If you just don’t have time to make this dough from scratch, you can use store-bought dough. 
• Add More Veggies – Stuffed buns are perfect for hiding extra veggies. 
• Swap The Seasonings – You can season the chicken just about any way you like, and it will taste divine in these stuffed buns. 

Budget-Friendly Tips 

• Buy Chicken In Bulk – Stock up on bulk chicken when prices are lower and store in the freezer until ready to use. 
• Make Your Own Dough – Using store-bought dough is a great variation to this recipe, but homemade dough is less expensive and often tastes better. 
• Make More And Freeze – Saving time is as important as saving money. Make a double batch of spicy buns in the same amount of time and freeze them for later. 
• Use Leftover Chicken – This recipe would be perfect for using leftover chicken from other recipes. 

Prep Ahead And Storage

• Prep Ahead – The chicken filling can be prepared the day before. You can also prep the dough, allow it to rise and place the 12 dough balls into the fridge up to 24 hours before filling and baking. Let the dough come to room temperature before working with it. 
• Store – Leftovers should be stored in the fridge and used within 4 days. 
• Freeze – Follow these instructions for freezing:
  • Prepare the chicken buns as directed. 
  • Allow them to cool completely. 
  • Place onto a baking sheet and “flash freeze” for 1-2 hours.
  • Place frozen spicy buns into a freezer bag. 
  • Thaw and reheat in the microwave or a low oven.
  • Consume within 3 months. 

Meal Prep

• Make these stuffed buns and then enjoy them for 4 more days. 
• Use leftover chicken filling from other recipes. 
• Pack in lunches or serve as an after-school snack. 
• Make a double batch and freeze the extras for another time. 

FAQs

Serving Suggestions

• Easy General Tsos Chicken.
• Instant Pot Chicken Fried Rice.
• Iced Boba Coffee.

More Recipes You May Like

• Air Fryer Orange Chicken.
• Kung Pao Chicken.
• Chicken Shawarma wrap.
• Instant Pot Chicken Spaghetti.
• Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Sandwich.
• Air Fryer Egg Rolls.
• Chicken Satay with Avocado Sauce.

Weight Watchers Points

There are 7 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.

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