Mini buns with chicken filling: the no-cook recipe to make them soft and tasty

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Preparing the buns:

  1. Prepare the dough:
    • In a bowl, dissolve the dry yeast in the warm milk and let it rest for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
    • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the softened butter, egg, and yeast-milk mixture. Knead until the dough is smooth and elastic. Add a little more flour if necessary.
    • Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until doubled in volume.

Preparing the chicken filling:

  1. Cooking the chicken:
    • In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and cook until soft and translucent.
    • Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through.
    • Add the grated carrot and courgette and cook for another 5 minutes.
    • Season with paprika, curry, salt and pepper. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.
    • Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Add chopped fresh parsley if desired.

 

Assembly and cooking:

  1. Training and benefits:
    • Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a baking tray with baking paper.
    • Take the risen dough and divide it into small pieces (about 20-25 pieces).
    • Roll out each piece of dough into a small disk and place a spoonful of chicken filling in the center of each disk.
    • Close each disc to form a ball, sealing the edges well to prevent the filling from leaking out.
  2. Brush and cook:
    • Arrange the balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
    • Brush each bun with beaten egg to get a golden, shiny surface.
    • Bake the buns for about 15-20 minutes, or until golden and cooked through.
  3. Serve:
    • Let the mini buns cool slightly before serving. They are delicious both warm and at room temperature.

Advice:

  • Variations:  You can add grated cheese to the chicken filling for a more indulgent version.
  • Storage:  The buns will keep in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days. You can also freeze them and reheat them in the oven before serving.

These mini chicken buns are perfect for parties, picnics or as a snack. Enjoy!

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