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Cheesy Dynamite Chicken Buns

These Cheesy Dynamite Chicken Buns are packed with flavor, featuring juicy, spicy chicken nestled in soft buns and smothered in melted cheese. This recipe is surprisingly simple to make and perfect for parties, game days, or a fun weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Korean-American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small cubes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup gochujang Korean chili paste
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp sriracha or your favorite hot sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp chopped green onions, for garnish
  • 12 slider buns or small rolls
  • 4 tbsp butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced optional, for garlic butter
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or a blend of your favorites

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • whisk
  • baking sheet
  • small bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Oven or broiler

Method
 

  1. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together the gochujang, mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Add the cubed chicken to the skillet with the onions and garlic. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink and is cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
  7. Pour the dynamite sauce over the chicken and stir well to coat everything evenly. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped green onions. Set aside.
  9. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and minced garlic (if using).
  10. Slice the slider buns in half horizontally.
  11. Brush the top and bottom halves of the buns with the garlic butter (if using).
  12. Place the bottom halves of the buns on a baking sheet.
  13. Spoon the cheesy dynamite chicken filling generously onto the bottom halves of the buns.
  14. Top with the shredded cheddar cheese (or your cheese blend of choice).
  15. Place the baking sheet in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Alternatively, broil for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  16. Garnish with extra chopped green onions and serve with coleslaw or a simple salad.

Notes

Adjust the spice level by using less gochujang and sriracha. Experiment with different cheeses like Monterey Jack or pepper jack. You can prepare the chicken filling ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Assembled buns can be frozen before baking; thaw in the refrigerator before baking.