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A close-up view of a Vietnamese Chicken Banh Mi sandwich highlighting juicy chicken and fresh vegetables.
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Vietnamese Chicken Banh Mi

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful Vietnamese sandwich featuring marinated chicken, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs in a crusty roll.

Ingredients

Marinade

  • 1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil

Pickled Vegetables

  • 1 cup carrots (julienned)
  • 1 cup daikon radish (julienned)
  • 1/2 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt

Breads & Toppings

  • 4 banh mi buns or sub rolls buns
  • to taste cucumber slices
  • to taste fresh cilantro
  • to taste jalapeño (sliced)
  • to taste mayonnaise or spicy mayo

Instructions 

  • Mix soy sauce, fish sauce, garlic, sugar, and oil. Marinate chicken for 30 minutes.
  • Toss carrots and daikon with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Let pickle for 20–30 minutes.
  • Cook chicken in a skillet or grill until caramelized and cooked through. Rest and slice thin.
  • Lightly toast the buns. Spread mayo, then layer chicken, pickled vegetables, cucumber, cilantro, and jalapeño. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate and pickle in advance.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Lunch, Sandwich
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Keyword: Banh Mi, chicken