Garlic Yogurt Bread Buns with Sweet Chili Chicken Filling
Soft, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make, these Garlic Yogurt Bread Buns are my twist on these New York-style bagels. Made with Greek yogurt, garlic, and parmesan, they’re perfect for sandwiches, snacks, or as a side to dinner. I often fill them with leftover sweet and spicy chicken and roasted veggies for the best (and quickest) homemade sandwich ever!
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If you’ve been following my recipes, you know how much I love making Greek yogurt bagels. They’re one of the most popular recipes on my blog—easy, fuss-free, and always delicious. This time, I took that same dough and gave it a new life: Garlic Yogurt Bread Buns.
These buns are soft, chewy, and flavored thanks to garlic powder, fresh minced garlic, and a spoonful of parmesan. The dough is a variation of my bagels (the no-boil kind, because I love to keep things simple), but instead of shaping them into bagels, I form them into round buns—perfect for sandwiches.
I bake these buns in batches, and they’ve quickly become my family’s go-to for quick summer lunches. My kids take them to school stuffed with ham and cheese or chicken and veggies.
I often mix leftover grilled chicken with diced tomatoes and bell peppers, add mayo and Greek yogurt for creaminess, and stuff these buns. This is such a clever way to repurpose leftovers, and it feels like you’ve made a brand-new meal.
If you’re looking for bread that’s easy to make, full of flavor, and versatile enough for sandwiches, sliders, or just as a snack on its own, these Garlic Yogurt Bread Buns are exactly what you need.
How I Make These Garlic Yogurt Buns
I start with the same base dough I use for my bagels—Greek yogurt and flour—but this time I add plenty of garlic flavor. Garlic powder, freshly minced garlic cloves, and Parmesan cheese all go into the mix. The dough comes together quickly in a bowl and only needs a few minutes of kneading on a floured surface.
Once the dough is smooth and elastic, I divide it into pieces and shape them into round buns instead of bagels. After placing them on a tray, I brush them with egg wash for a golden finish.
Sometimes I sprinkle sesame seeds, oregano, or even more Parmesan on top.
The buns bake until puffed and golden, filling the kitchen with the most amazing garlic bread aroma.
They cool slightly before I slice them open and stuff them with my favorite fillings—in the photo, leftover sweet chili roasted chicken and veggies.
>> Down below, you can find two recipes: one for the bread buns and one for the chicken filling.
Garlic Yogurt Bread Buns
Ingredients
- 400 grams Greek yogurt strained
- 400 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tsp Salt with dried basil or regular salt and dried hebs of your choice
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Sesame seeds, oregano, or more Parmesan for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F).
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt (with herbs or regular), garlic powder, and baking powder.
- Add the Greek yogurt, parmesan, and minced garlic.
- Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead briefly on a lightly floured surface until smooth.
- Do not add too much flour.
- Divide the dough into 6–8 equal portions and shape them into round buns.
- Place the buns on the baking tray, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle with toppings if using.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden and puffed.
- Allow to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
How to make the filling with grilled chicken leftovers:
Sweet Chicken & Roasted Veggie Sandwich Filling
Ingredients
- 1 cup leftover sweet chili roasted chicken chopped small
- 1 cuo roasted vegetables (zucchini, peppers, eggplant, onion, potatoes) diced small
- 1 fresh tomato diced
- 1 fresh red bell pepper diced
- 2 fresh celery sticks diced
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of half a lemon
Instructions
- Place the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, mustard, and lemon juice in a bowl.
- Dice the fresh veggies and add to the condiments.
- Add the chopped chicken and diced roasted vegetables.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Mix well until creamy and evenly combined.
- Fill the Garlic Yogurt Bread Buns generously with the mixture and serve.
Notes
- Filling per serving: 180 kcal
- Filling and bun per serving: 420 kcal
Nutrition
Tips, Secrets & Variations
- Garlic lovers
Add roasted garlic paste to the dough for an even richer flavor.
- Toppings
Try oregano, sesame seeds, or grated cheese on top of the buns for variety.
- Make-ahead
Bake and freeze the buns—just thaw and reheat when needed.
- Filling swaps
These buns are perfect for tuna salad, egg salad, ham and cheese, or roasted veggies with feta.
These Garlic Yogurt Bread Buns are a versatile twist on my bagels—soft, garlicky, and perfect for homemade sandwiches. Pair them with the Sweet Chili Chicken & Veggie filling, and you’ve got a quick meal that’s perfect for family dinners or lunch boxes.
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Gabi Ancarola
Gabi is a travel writer who has lived in Crete for over a decade. Through her blog, Crete Insider, she has helped travelers uncover local experiences. Passionate about food and Cretan cuisine, she now attends Greek cooking lessons to bring the island’s flavors straight to your kitchen!
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