Savory Hoisin Chicken Buns
These scrumptious Savory Hoisin Chicken Buns are the perfect blend of tender shredded chicken and aromatic sauces, all wrapped in a soft, pillowy dough. With a flavorful filling featuring hoisin and oyster sauces complemented by the freshness of green onions, these buns are ideal for lunches, snacks, or party appetizers. Simply bake them until golden brown for a delicious treat that everyone will love. Perfectly portioned, they can be shared or enjoyed individually — either way, they're a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Servings
133
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cooking spray
(For greasing the pans)
Boneless skinless chicken thighs
12 ounces (Cook and shred)
Green onion
1/4 cup (Finely chopped)
Hoisin sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons (Add to chicken mixture)
Oyster sauce
1 tablespoon (Add to chicken mixture)
Rice vinegar
2 teaspoons (Add to chicken mixture)
Frozen dough rolls
9 (Thawed (such as Rich's))
Large egg
1 (Lightly beaten for brushing)
Sesame seeds
1 teaspoon (Toasted for sprinkling)
Instructions
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1. Begin by heating a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and coat it with cooking spray.
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2. Add the boneless skinless chicken thighs to the skillet, cooking for about 4 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken from the skillet, allow it to cool slightly, then shred it using two forks.
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3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with finely chopped green onions, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, and rice vinegar. Toss everything well until the chicken is evenly coated.
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4. On a lightly floured surface, roll each thawed dough roll into a circle approximately 4 inches in diameter.
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5. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture into the center of each dough circle. Carefully gather the edges of the dough over the filling and pinch them together to seal the buns tightly.
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6. Place the sealed buns seam side down on a baking sheet that has been coated with cooking spray. Lightly spray the tops of the buns with cooking spray, cover them with a clean kitchen towel, and let them rise for about 20 minutes.
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7. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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8. Once the buns have risen, remove the towel. Gently brush the tops with the lightly beaten egg, then sprinkle them evenly with toasted sesame seeds.
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9. Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Enjoy warm!
Nutrition Information
3.3g
Fat
16.7g
Carbs
6.7g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Hoisin Chicken Buns?
These are scrumptious buns consisting of tender shredded chicken and aromatic sauces wrapped in a soft, pillowy dough.
What is the primary filling for these buns?
The filling features a flavorful blend of chicken, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, and fresh green onions.
How many buns does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields 9 Savory Hoisin Chicken Buns.
What type of chicken should I use?
The recipe calls for 12 ounces of boneless skinless chicken thighs.
How do I cook the chicken thighs?
Cook them in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat for about 4 minutes on each side until no longer pink.
How should the chicken be prepared after cooking?
Allow the chicken to cool slightly and then shred it using two forks.
What sauces are used in the chicken mixture?
The mixture uses 1 1/2 tablespoons of hoisin sauce and 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce.
Is there vinegar in the recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 2 teaspoons of rice vinegar added to the chicken mixture.
How are the green onions prepared?
The green onions should be finely chopped, totaling 1/4 cup.
What type of dough is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe suggests using 9 thawed frozen dough rolls, such as Rich's brand.
What size should the dough be rolled into?
Each dough roll should be rolled into a circle approximately 4 inches in diameter.
How much filling goes into each bun?
Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the shredded chicken mixture into the center of each dough circle.
How do I seal the chicken buns?
Carefully gather the edges of the dough over the filling and pinch them together to seal tightly.
How should the buns be placed on the baking sheet?
Place the sealed buns seam side down on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
Do the buns need to rise before baking?
Yes, cover them with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise for about 20 minutes.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
How do I achieve a golden brown top on the buns?
Gently brush the tops of the buns with a lightly beaten egg before baking.
What is used for the topping sprinkle?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame seeds to sprinkle over the egg-washed tops.
How long do the buns need to bake?
Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
What is the total calorie count per bun?
Each bun contains approximately 133 calories.
How much fat is in each chicken bun?
Each bun contains 3.3 grams of fat.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each bun provides 6.7 grams of protein.
How many carbohydrates are in a single bun?
There are 16.7 grams of carbohydrates in each bun.
Are these buns suitable for party appetizers?
Yes, they are ideal for lunches, snacks, or as party appetizers.
Should the buns be served hot or cold?
The recipe recommends enjoying the buns while they are warm.
Can I use a nonstick skillet for the chicken?
Yes, the instructions specifically suggest heating a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray.
What color should the buns be when finished?
The buns should be baked until they are golden brown.
How is the chicken tossed with the sauces?
Combine the shredded chicken, green onions, and sauces in a medium mixing bowl and toss well until evenly coated.
What size egg is used for the egg wash?
The recipe calls for one large egg, lightly beaten.
Is this recipe considered Asian cuisine?
Yes, it is tagged as Asian cuisine due to ingredients like hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame seeds.