Description
These Cheesy Dynamite Chicken Buns are a spicy, cheesy delight perfect for a party or a fun twist on a weeknight meal. Stuffed with a flavorful chicken mixture and topped with extra cheese, these buns are baked to gooey, bubbly perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Filling:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sriracha or chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
For Assembly:
- 6 soft sandwich buns or dinner rolls
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onions (optional)
- Extra cheese for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Mix the filling: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, mozzarella, and cheddar cheese.
- Prep the buns: Slice the tops off the buns or create a well in the center without cutting through.
- Fill the buns: Spoon the chicken mixture into each bun.
- Bake: Place the filled buns on a baking sheet, sprinkle with extra cheese and green onions if desired, and bake for 10–12 minutes until cheese is melted and buns are toasted.
- Serve: Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or more chili sauce.
- These buns work well as party appetizers using slider rolls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 filled bun
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 610 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
