Crispy rolls stuffed with creamy, spicy chicken, caramelized onions, and melted cheese.
🍗 Chicken Mixture
Ingredients:
- 25g unsalted butter
- 20ml olive oil
- 500g chicken thighs (or breast), diced
- ⅔ tsp cayenne powder (adjust for heat)
- ⅔ tsp red bell pepper powder (or paprika)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ⅔ tsp garlic powder
- ⅔ tsp chicken seasoning (or bouillon)
- 1g dried parsley
- 25g sweet soy sauce (ketjap manis)
- 10g soy sauce
- 15g sambal (or chili paste)
- 100ml heavy cream
- 50g grated cheese (cheddar/mozzarella)
Method:
- Sear chicken: Heat butter + oil in a skillet. Add chicken and dry spices. Cook 4-5 mins until browned.
- Saucy finish: Add soy sauces, sambal, and cream. Simmer on high until slightly thickened (~3 mins).
- Cheesy stir: Off heat, mix in grated cheese. Set aside.
🧅 Onion Mixture
Ingredients:
- 125g yellow onion (1 onion), finely chopped
- 125g grated cheese
- ½ tsp dried parsley
Method:
- Caramelize onions: In the same skillet, cook onions 5-7 mins until golden.
- Combine: Mix onions with cheese and parsley.
🍞 Assembly & Baking
Ingredients:
- 4-6 white rolls (brioche or burger buns)
- Extra cheese (cheddar/mozzarella, for stuffing)
Steps:
- Prep buns: Slice tops off, hollow out centers (save for breadcrumbs!).
- Layer:
- Fill each bun with a layer of cheese → spicy chicken mix.
- Top with onion-cheese mixture.
- Bake: 200°C (390°F) for 5-7 mins until cheese bubbles.
🔥 Pro Tips
- Spice control: Reduce cayenne/sambal for milder buns.
- Extra crunch: Brush bun tops with garlic butter before baking.
- Make ahead: Prep fillings, stuff & refrigerate, then bake fresh!
Serving Suggestion
✨ Serve hot with crispy fries or a simple salad for a full meal!
Enjoy your gooey, spicy, cheesy buns!
1. Can I use rotisserie chicken?
✅ Yes! Shred cooked chicken, skip searing, and mix with sauces.
2. No sambal?
Substitute with sriracha or harissa.
3. Vegetarian version?
Use mushrooms or tofu + veggie broth powder.
