Description
Cheesy Dynamite Chicken Buns are a deliciously spicy and creamy appetizer featuring shredded chicken mixed with sriracha, mayonnaise, and melty cheeses, all baked inside soft sandwich buns. Perfect for parties or a flavorful snack, these buns deliver a satisfying combination of heat, creaminess, and cheesy goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Mixture
- 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
Buns and Toppings
- 6 soft sandwich buns or dinner rolls
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onions (optional)
- Extra cheese for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the buns.
- Prepare the chicken filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mayonnaise, sriracha or chili garlic sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, shredded mozzarella, and cheddar cheese. Mix thoroughly until evenly incorporated.
- Prepare the buns: Slice the tops off the sandwich buns or carefully create a shallow well in the center of each bun without cutting through the bottom, making space to fill.
- Fill the buns: Spoon a generous amount of the chicken mixture into each prepared bun, filling the cavity completely.
- Arrange for baking: Place the filled buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Optionally, sprinkle extra cheese and chopped green onions on top for added flavor and presentation.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the buns have a lightly toasted appearance.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm as a tasty appetizer or snack.
Notes
- For convenience, rotisserie chicken works perfectly in this recipe.
- To increase the spice level, add diced jalapeños or extra chili sauce to the chicken mixture.
- These buns are ideal as party appetizers and work well with slider rolls for smaller portions.
