Low Fat Chicken Bao Buns

Soft, fluffy, and irresistibly flavorful, these Low Fat Chicken Bao Buns are the perfect guilt-free treat for any occasion. Featuring a homemade dough crafted with low-fat milk and olive oil, these bao buns achieve the ideal balance of tenderness and lightness. The filling showcases succulent chicken breast flavored with aromatic ginger, garlic, low-sodium soy sauce, and a touch of hoisin, creating a savory-sweet harmony that makes every bite unforgettable. Steamed to pillowy perfection and garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds, these healthier bao buns are perfect for a satisfying dinner, appetizer, or party snack. Ready in under 90 minutes, this recipe offers an inventive twist on the traditional bao bun with fewer calories but no compromise on taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 120 milliliters Warm water
• 60 milliliters Low-fat milk
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 250 grams Chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
• 1 teaspoon Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons Green onions, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, dry yeast, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Mix well.

Step 2

Create a well in the center and pour in warm water, low-fat milk, and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

While the dough rises, chop the chicken breast into small pieces.

Step 6

In a skillet over medium heat, add a tablespoon of water (to keep it low-fat instead of oil), and cook the minced ginger and garlic until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the chicken pieces to the skillet, and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 8

Stir in soy sauce, hoisin sauce, black pepper, and sesame seeds, and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 9

Remove from heat and mix in chopped green onions. Set aside to cool.

Step 10

Once dough has risen, punch it down to release air, and divide into 8 equal pieces.

Step 11

Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten into a 4-inch (10 cm) round.

Step 12

Place about 1 tablespoon of the chicken filling in the center of each round, and pinch the edges together to seal.

Step 13

Place each bun seam-side down on a piece of parchment paper, then cover and let rise for an additional 15 minutes.

Step 14

Prepare a steamer by bringing water to a boil. Arrange bao buns in the steamer, ensuring they do not touch.

Step 15

Steam buns for 8-10 minutes or until they puff up and cook through.

Step 16

Remove them from the steamer, let cool slightly, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(803.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1658.6

Total Fat 32.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 220.3mg	0%
Sodium 3751.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 234.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.4g	0%
Total Sugars 33.2g
Protein 105.7g	0%

Vitamin D 25.2IU	0%
Calcium 169.4mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 1145.7mg	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: 17.6%

Protein: 25.6%

Carbs: 56.8%