🎉 Introduction
These Cheesy Dynamite Chicken Buns take everything you love about creamy dynamite chicken—spicy, rich, cheesy, and irresistibly saucy—and tuck it inside warm, fluffy buns. Each bite is a fusion of soft bread, melty cheese, and fiery dynamite chicken filling. They’re perfect for snacks, party appetizers, lunchboxes, or a cozy weekend treat that feels bakery-worthy but easy to make at home.
🧰 Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowls
- Skillet
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Whisk
- Knife
- Spoon
- Oven
🛒 Ingredients
For the Dynamite Chicken Filling
- 1 lb (450g) cooked chicken breast, shredded or finely chopped
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to heat level)
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the Buns
- 8 soft brioche buns or dinner rolls
- ½–1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar
- Optional: chopped green onions
- Optional: sesame seeds
For Garlic Butter Topping
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ tsp dried parsley
- Pinch paprika (optional)
👩🍳 Directions
Step 1: Prep the Chicken
Shred or finely chop the cooked chicken. Rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken works perfectly to save time.
Step 2: Make the Dynamite Sauce
In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, ketchup, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until creamy and smooth.
Step 3: Combine the Filling
Add the shredded chicken and mozzarella into the sauce mixture. Mix until everything is fully coated and creamy. Taste and adjust spice.
Step 4: Prepare the Buns
Slice each bun about ¾ of the way through (like a pocket) without cutting fully. Gently open the pocket to make space for filling.
Step 5: Stuff the Buns
Fill each bun generously with the dynamite chicken mixture. Add extra mozzarella if you want a super cheesy melt.
Step 6: Coat with Garlic Butter
Mix melted butter, garlic, parsley, and optional paprika. Brush over the tops of the stuffed buns for added flavor and color.
Step 7: Bake to Melt & Toast
Place buns on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes, until the buns are golden and the cheese is hot and melty.
Step 8: Serve Hot
Enjoy immediately! These buns are best served warm with the cheese fully melted and the spicy filling soft and creamy.
🍽️ Servings & Timing
- Servings: 8 buns
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Total Time: 20–22 minutes
🧊 Storage & Reheating
- Refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Reheat in the oven or air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- Not recommended for freezing due to mayo-based filling.
🥄 Variations
- Extra Hot Dynamite: Add chopped jalapeños or extra sriracha.
- Cream Cheese Version: Mix ¼ cup softened cream cheese into the filling.
- BBQ Dynamite: Add 1 tbsp BBQ sauce for smoky sweetness.
- Veggie Boost: Add finely chopped onions or bell peppers to the filling.
- Baked Pinwheel Style: Roll the filling into flattened bread slices, then bake.
❓ 10 FAQs
- Can I use raw chicken?
Yes—cook and shred it before mixing into the dynamite sauce. - Can I make these non-spicy?
Reduce or skip the sriracha and add more ketchup. - What buns work best?
Brioche buns, dinner rolls, or even hotdog buns. - Can I air fry instead of bake?
Yes—air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 5–6 minutes. - Can I use canned chicken?
Yes—drain well before mixing. - Can these be made ahead?
Assemble and refrigerate; bake when ready to serve. - Can I make them dairy-free?
Use vegan cheese or leave out cheese altogether. - Why is my filling too runny?
Add more chicken or cheese to thicken. - What dipping sauces pair well?
Ranch, garlic mayo, or extra spicy mayo. - Can I toast the buns before stuffing?
Yes—toast lightly for added texture.
🏁 Conclusion
Cheesy Dynamite Chicken Buns deliver a perfect mix of spicy, creamy filling wrapped in soft, golden, garlic-buttered buns. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, they make an unforgettable snack, dinner, or party bite that everyone will crave again.
Cheesy Dynamite Chicken Buns – Soft, Stuffed & Loaded With Spicy Creamy Chicken
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Shred or finely chop the cooked chicken. Rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken works perfectly to save time.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, ketchup, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until creamy and smooth.
- Add the shredded chicken and mozzarella into the sauce mixture. Mix until everything is fully coated and creamy. Taste and adjust spice.
- Slice each bun about ¾ of the way through (like a pocket) without cutting fully. Gently open the pocket to make space for filling.
- Fill each bun generously with the dynamite chicken mixture. Add extra mozzarella if you want a super cheesy melt.
- Mix melted butter, garlic, parsley, and optional paprika. Brush over the tops of the stuffed buns for added flavor and color.
- Place buns on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes, until the buns are golden and the cheese is hot and melty.
- Enjoy immediately! These buns are best served warm with the cheese fully melted and the spicy filling soft and creamy.
Notes
Yes—cook and shred it before mixing into the dynamite sauce. Can I make these non-spicy?
Reduce or skip the sriracha and add more ketchup. What buns work best?
Brioche buns, dinner rolls, or even hotdog buns. Can I air fry instead of bake?
Yes—air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 5–6 minutes. Can I use canned chicken?
Yes—drain well before mixing. Can these be made ahead?
Assemble and refrigerate; bake when ready to serve. Can I make them dairy-free?
Use vegan cheese or leave out cheese altogether. Why is my filling too runny?
Add more chicken or cheese to thicken. What dipping sauces pair well?
Ranch, garlic mayo, or extra spicy mayo. Can I toast the buns before stuffing?
Yes—toast lightly for added texture. 🏁 Conclusion
Cheesy Dynamite Chicken Buns deliver a perfect mix of spicy, creamy filling wrapped in soft, golden, garlic-buttered buns. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, they make an unforgettable snack, dinner, or party bite that everyone will crave again.
