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Sweet Chili Chicken Bao served with glaze
Steamed bao filled with sweet chili glazed chicken

Sweet Chili Chicken Bao Buns

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses Quick Meals
This dish is a rollercoaster of flavors: sweet start followed by a gentle chili kick, all embraced by a fluffy bao bun. Chicken breast is often accused of being dry, but here the quick fry and thick, sugary glaze ensure juiciness. A crowd-pleaser that is playful rather than aggressively spicy.
🕒 Prep Time 1 hr 30 mins
🍳 Cook Time 30 mins
⌛ Total Time 2 hrs
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 565 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Asian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Mixing bowl
  • Steamer
  • Frying pan

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Sesame

Instructions

1 ✓

Make dough and let rise for 1 hour.

Tip: Patience creates fluffy buns.
2 ✓

Shape buns, proof again, then steam.

Tip: No peeking during steaming!
3 ✓

Slice chicken into strips, season with salt. Fry in hot oil until golden.

Tip: Smaller pieces caramelize better.
4 ✓

Pour over sauce, simmer to coat.

Tip: Sugar caramelizes fast; don't burn it!
5 ✓

Fill buns, top with cilantro and sesame.

Tip: Fresh cilantro cuts the sweetness.

Recipe FAQ

How to keep chicken juicy?
High heat and short cooking time. Don't overcook! Once it's white and seared, it's done.
How to upgrade the sauce?
Fresh lime juice or grated ginger works wonders with sweet chili.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 1/2 tbsp Sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp Active Dry Yeast
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2/3 cup Lukewarm Water
  • 14 oz Chicken Breast Fillet
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds