Ingredients for Banh Mi Style Chicken Sandwich
- French Baguettes
- Light Mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce
- Chicken Breasts
- Red Chili Sauce
- Jalapeno
- English Cucumber
- Mint Leaf
- Cilantro Leaf
- 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
- Carrot
- Seasoned Rice Vinegar
How to Make Banh Mi Style Chicken Sandwich
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes if using leftover chicken to warm it up.
- Slice one baguette in half lengthwise. Spread 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise and 1 teaspoon of your favorite hot sauce on both cut sides of the baguette.
- Arrange 1 cup of shredded or sliced cooked chicken evenly over the bottom half of each baguette.
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of chili garlic sauce over the chicken.
- Add 2-3 sliced jalapeños, 1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumber, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and/or basil.
- Drizzle another 1/2 tablespoon of chili garlic sauce over the vegetables.
- In a small bowl, toss 1/2 cup shredded lettuce and 1/2 cup shredded carrots with 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar.
- Add the lettuce and carrot mixture to the sandwiches.
- Top with an additional 1/2 tablespoon of chili garlic sauce, if desired.
- Add the top half of the baguette to complete the sandwich.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
42 g
Sugar
25g
Fat
16g
Carbs
26g