Easy Homemade Chicken Potato Rolls

Easy Homemade Chicken Potato Rolls

These soft, fluffy rolls are made with mashed potato dough and stuffed with a creamy, cheesy chicken filling. They're golden on the outside, soft on the inside, and totally comforting. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a snack!

👉Ingredients:

↪️For the Dough:

◾️1 cup plain mashed potatoes (no butter or milk)

◾️2¾ cups all-purpose flour

◾️1 tablespoon sugar

◾️1 teaspoon salt

◾️1 packet instant yeast (2¼ teaspoons)

◾️¾ cup warm milk

◾️2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

◾️1 egg

↪️For the Filling:

◾️1½ cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped

◾️½ cup shredded cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or both)

◾️2 tablespoons mayo or cream cheese

◾️1 garlic clove, minced

◾️1 teaspoon chopped fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, or dill)

◾️Salt and pepper, to taste

👉Instructions:

✅️1. Make the Dough:

In a large bowl, mix warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.

Add mashed potatoes, sugar, salt, butter, and egg. Stir to combine.

Add flour gradually, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth and stretchy.

Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.

✅️2. Make the Filling:

In a bowl, combine the chicken, cheese, mayo or cream cheese, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix well and set aside.

✅️3. Shape the Rolls:

Punch down the dough and divide it into 8–10 equal pieces.

Flatten each piece into a circle, add a heaping tablespoon of filling to the center, and pinch the edges together to seal.

Place seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

✅️4. Let Them Rise Again:

Cover the rolls with a clean towel and let them rest for 20–30 minutes while you preheat the oven to 375°F.

✅️5. Bake:

For a shiny top, brush the rolls with a beaten egg mixed with 1 tablespoon of water.

Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown.

👉Pro Tips:

✅ Use Leftover Mashed Potatoes: This is a great way to use up leftovers from dinner. Just make sure they’re not too buttery.

✅ Add Spice: Want a kick? Mix some chopped jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce into the filling.

✅ Freeze for Later: These rolls freeze well! Just reheat in the oven or air fryer for a fresh-baked feel anytime.