Stuffed Chicken Buns

1. 1
   mix · ~5 min

   Mix the dough ingredients.

   1.Add all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt to a large bowl.

   2.Pour in lukewarm milk and 1 egg.

   3.Mix until a shaggy dough forms.

   4.Add softened butter and mix again until the dough starts coming together.

   TIPKeep the milk just warm, not hot, so the yeast rises well.
2. 2
   knead · ~10 min

   Knead the dough until smooth.

   Knead the dough for 8 to 10 minutes until soft, smooth, and slightly tacky. Shape it into a ball and place it in a lightly greased bowl.

3. 3
   rest · ~60 min

   Let the dough rise.

   Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm spot until doubled in size.

   TIPA slow rise is fine, but the dough should look puffy and airy before shaping.
4. 4
   saute · ~14 min

   Cook the chicken filling.

   1.Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

   2.Add onion and green chili, then cook until the onion softens (3 to 4 min).

   3.Add ginger-garlic paste and cook until fragrant (1 min).

   4.Add chicken breast, black pepper, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt.

   5.Cook, stirring often, until the chicken is fully cooked and dry (6 to 8 min).

   6.Turn off the heat and mix in coriander leaves.

   TIPKeep the filling fairly dry so the buns seal well and bake without leaking.
5. 5
   rest · ~15 min

   Cool the filling.

   Spread the filling on a plate and let it cool completely before stuffing the buns.

6. 6
   assemble · ~12 min

   Shape and fill the buns.

   1.Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal portions.

   2.Flatten each portion into a small round.

   3.Place a spoonful of chicken filling in the center.

   4.Bring the edges together and pinch tightly to seal.

   5.Turn the buns seam-side down and shape gently into smooth rounds.

   TIPSeal the dough well underneath so the filling stays inside during baking.
7. 7
   rest · ~30 min

   Let the shaped buns rise again.

   Arrange the buns on a lined tray with space between them. Cover loosely and let them rise until puffy.

8. 8
   bake · ~20 min

   Brush and bake the buns.

   1.Preheat the oven to 180°C.

   2.Brush the tops with beaten egg.

   3.Sprinkle sesame seeds over the buns.

   4.Bake until golden brown and cooked through (18 to 20 min).

   TIPBake on the middle rack for even color and a soft crumb.
9. 9
   serve · ~10 min

   Cool briefly and serve warm.

   Let the buns cool for 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm as a snack, breakfast, or lunchbox item.

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