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Hot Chili Chicken Burgers with Nacho Cheese Buns
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Hot Chili Chicken Burgers with Nacho Cheese Buns
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Hot Chili Chicken Burgers with Nacho Cheese Buns

Indulge in these deliciously spicy Hot Chili Chicken Burgers, featuring succulent chicken thighs marinated in a fiery chili blend and served on homemade buns infused with hot chili sauce and finely ground nacho chips for a unique texture and flavor. This recipe guides you through making soft, flavorful buns from scratch and preparing the perfectly seasoned chicken patties, promising a vibrant and satisfying meal for any spicy food lover.
#Chicken Burger
#Spicy
#Homemade Buns
#Chili Chicken
#Nacho Chips
#Burger Recipe
#Ramadan Iftar
#Comfort Food
Freshly Baked Nacho Chili Buns
Freshly Baked Nacho Chili Buns

Recipe Information

40m
Prep Time
50m
Cook Time
3h
Total Time
4
Servings
Medium
Fusion
English
Nutrition (per serving)
785
Calories
41g
Protein
96g
Carbs
23g
Fat
Spicy Marinated Chicken Thighs
Spicy Marinated Chicken Thighs

Ingredients

  • Milk
    (lukewarm)

    250 ml
  • Instant Yeast
    (approx. 1 tablespoon)

    7 g
  • Hot Chili Sauce (Dough)

    30 g
  • Egg

    1 medium
  • All-purpose Flour

    475 g
  • Salt (Dough)
    (approx. 1⅓ teaspoon)

    8 g
  • Nacho Chips
    (finely ground)

    40 g
  • Unsalted Butter
    (softened)

    30 g
  • Chicken Thighs

    400 g
  • Salt (Chicken)
    (approx. ½ teaspoon)

    3 g
  • Cayenne Pepper
    (approx. 1 teaspoon)

    3 g
  • Onion Powder
    (approx. 1⅓ teaspoon)

    4 g
  • Black Pepper
    (approx. ⅔ teaspoon)

    2 g
  • Hot Chili Sauce (Chicken)

    25 g
Servings: 4
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Hot Chili Chicken Burger Assembly
Hot Chili Chicken Burger Assembly

Instructions

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  • 1

    In a large bowl, combine the lukewarm milk, instant yeast, and 30g of hot chili sauce. Mix well and let it sit for 5 minutes until the yeast activates and becomes foamy.
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    In a large bowl, combine the lukewarm milk, instant yeast, and 30g of hot chili sauce. Mix well and let it sit for 5 minutes until the yeast activates and becomes foamy.
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    Ensure milk is lukewarm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
  • 2

    Add the egg, all-purpose flour, 8g of salt, and finely ground nacho chips to the yeast mixture. Mix everything until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
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    Add the egg, all-purpose flour, 8g of salt, and finely ground nacho chips to the yeast mixture. Mix everything until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
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    Kneading develops the gluten, making the buns airy and soft.
  • 3

    Incorporate the softened unsalted butter into the dough and continue kneading for another 5-7 minutes until the butter is fully absorbed and the dough is elastic and smooth. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it proof in a warm place for 60-90 minutes, or until doubled in size.
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    Incorporate the softened unsalted butter into the dough and continue kneading for another 5-7 minutes until the butter is fully absorbed and the dough is elastic and smooth. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it proof in a warm place for 60-90 minutes, or until doubled in size.
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    A warm, draft-free spot is ideal for proofing, like a turned-off oven with the light on.
  • 4

    While the dough is proofing, prepare the chicken mixture. Cut chicken thighs into suitable burger patty sizes. In a separate bowl, combine the chicken with 3g salt, cayenne pepper, onion powder, black pepper, and 25g hot chili sauce. Mix well to coat all chicken pieces evenly.
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    While the dough is proofing, prepare the chicken mixture. Cut chicken thighs into suitable burger patty sizes. In a separate bowl, combine the chicken with 3g salt, cayenne pepper, onion powder, black pepper, and 25g hot chili sauce. Mix well to coat all chicken pieces evenly.
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    Marinating the chicken for a bit longer, even 30 minutes, can enhance flavor.
  • 5

    Once the dough has doubled, punch it down gently and divide it into 4-6 equal portions, depending on desired burger size. Shape each portion into a smooth, round bun. Place the shaped buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover loosely, and let them proof for a second time for 20-30 minutes.
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    Once the dough has doubled, punch it down gently and divide it into 4-6 equal portions, depending on desired burger size. Shape each portion into a smooth, round bun. Place the shaped buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover loosely, and let them proof for a second time for 20-30 minutes.
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    Do not overwork the dough when shaping; gentle handling maintains airiness.
  • 6

    Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the buns for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Let them cool on a wire rack.
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    Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the buns for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Let them cool on a wire rack.
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    A quick egg wash before baking can give buns a glossy, golden finish.
  • 7

    Cook the marinated chicken patties. You can pan-fry them in a little oil over medium-high heat for 4-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and nicely browned. Alternatively, grill or bake them.
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    Cook the marinated chicken patties. You can pan-fry them in a little oil over medium-high heat for 4-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and nicely browned. Alternatively, grill or bake them.
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    Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F) for safety.
  • 8

    Assemble your burgers: Slice the freshly baked buns, place a cooked chili chicken patty inside, and add any desired toppings like lettuce, tomato, cheese, or extra chili sauce.
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    Assemble your burgers: Slice the freshly baked buns, place a cooked chili chicken patty inside, and add any desired toppings like lettuce, tomato, cheese, or extra chili sauce.
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    Toasting the cut sides of the buns slightly before assembly adds extra texture and prevents sogginess.
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