Chicken Rolls Recipe
Make Chicken Rolls Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Filling
Dough & Assembly
Optional Garnish / Serve
Method
Prepare the Filling
- 1
Mix filling
In a medium bowl combine shredded cooked chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated parmesan, sliced green onions, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, pepper and hot sauce (if using). Mix thoroughly until well combined and relatively smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Make the Dough
- 2
Activate yeast
In a small bowl whisk warm water (about 95–105°F / 35–40°C) with the sugar and instant yeast. Let rest 5 minutes until foamy. If it doesn't foam, the yeast may be inactive; start again with fresh yeast.
- 3
Combine dry ingredients
In a large bowl whisk together all-purpose flour and 3/4 teaspoon salt.
- 4
Form dough
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture. Add the foamy yeast mixture, warm milk, melted butter, and one beaten egg. Stir until a shaggy dough forms. Turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook on medium speed for 5–7 minutes.
- 5
Assemble Rolls
- 6
Roll out dough
Punch down the risen dough and turn out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll into a rectangle about 12 x 9 inches (30 x 23 cm) and roughly 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick.
- 7
Spread filling
Evenly spread the chicken filling over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border along the far long edge to seal.
- 8
Shape rolls
Starting from the long edge closest to you, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch seam to seal. Using a sharp knife or dental floss, cut the log into 8 equal rolls (about 1.5 inches / 4 cm each).
- 9
Second rise
Arrange the rolls in a greased 9-inch round or 9x9-inch square baking pan, leaving a little space between each. Cover loosely and let rise for 30–40 minutes until puffy.
Bake & Finish
- 10
Preheat oven
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) about 20 minutes before baking so it's fully hot when rolls are ready.
- 11
Egg wash
Beat the reserved egg for the egg wash and gently brush the tops of the risen rolls. Sprinkle sesame seeds if using.
- 12
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 18–22 minutes until golden brown on top and the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C). If the tops brown too quickly, tent loosely with foil for the last 5–7 minutes.
- 13