High Protein Bao Buns with Fried Chicken and Vegetables

Elevate your dinner game with these High Protein Bao Buns with Fried Chicken and Vegetables—a delicious fusion of indulgent flavors and nutritious ingredients. These fluffy, protein-packed steamed buns are made with a unique blend of all-purpose flour and whey protein isolate, offering a healthier twist on the classic bao. Filled with crispy, golden-fried chicken marinated in buttermilk and spices, and complemented by a medley of soy-sautéed vegetables, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of crunch, tenderness, and savory goodness. Ideal for busy weeknights or a crowd-pleasing weekend feast, these bao buns are as satisfying as they are fun to make. Serve them fresh and warm for a restaurant-quality meal at home! Keywords: high protein bao buns, fried chicken bao, healthy steamed buns, bao bun recipe with vegetables, protein-packed recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams All-purpose flour
• 50 grams Whey protein isolate
• 2 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 200 milliliters Whole milk
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 pieces Chicken breast
• 200 milliliters Buttermilk
• 1 large Egg
• 100 grams Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 medium Bell pepper
• 100 grams Cabbage
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, whey protein isolate, instant yeast, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 2

Warm the milk slightly and gradually add it to the flour mixture, along with the vegetable oil. Mix until a dough forms.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 5

Meanwhile, prepare the chicken by slicing each breast into strips.

Step 6

In a bowl, mix buttermilk and egg. Add the chicken strips to the mixture and marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 7

In another bowl, combine cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper.

Step 8

Dredge the marinated chicken strips in the cornstarch mixture until well coated.

Step 9

Heat oil in a deep pan. Fry the chicken strips until golden brown and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Step 10

Slice the carrot, bell pepper, and cabbage thinly.

Step 11

In a pan, sauté the vegetables with soy sauce until just tender. Set aside.

Step 12

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and knead briefly. Divide it into 8 equal pieces.

Step 13

Roll each piece into a ball and flatten into a disk. Fold each disk in half and place it on a piece of parchment paper.

Step 14

Steam the buns in a steamer for about 10 minutes until fluffy and cooked through.

Step 15

To assemble, open each bao bun, fill with fried chicken and sautéed vegetables.

Step 16

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1547.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2807.3

Total Fat 60.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 20.7g
Cholesterol 490.0mg	0%
Sodium 5312.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 394.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.9g	0%
Total Sugars 56.3g
Protein 169.5g	0%

Vitamin D 251.8IU	0%
Calcium 889.8mg	0%
Iron 19.3mg	0%
Potassium 2745.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 19.5%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 56.3%