Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of Spicy Chicken Buns with Cheese Onion! These irresistible buns are filled with savory, seasoned chicken, melted cheese, and caramelized onions, all nestled in fluffy sandwich buns. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a late-night snack, they are a crowd-pleaser at gatherings and an easy option for weeknight meals. Customize them to your taste by adjusting spice levels or adding your favorite veggies. With their cheesy goodness and comforting flavors, these spicy chicken buns are sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 medium onion, finely sliced
- 4 sandwich or burger buns
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Shred the chicken with two forks.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté sliced onions until caramelized (about 8-10 minutes).
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with half of the sautéed onions and cheese.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Split buns and fill each with the chicken mixture. Top with remaining cheese and onions.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg