Banh mi with chicken: Vietnamese recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 French baguette, cut in half lengthwise
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup pickled carrots
• 1/4 cup pickled daikon
• 1 jalapeño pepper, thinly sliced

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and vegetable oil.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Brush chicken with garlic and soy sauce mixture during the last minute of cooking.
3. Spread mayonnaise over the bottom of the baguette. Top with cilantro, pickled carrots, pickled daikon, jalapeño pepper, and chicken. Top with the other half of the baguette.
4. Slice into sandwiches and serve.

Verdict

This Banh Mi with Chicken recipe is an easy way to make this popular Vietnamese sandwich at home. The chicken is seasoned with a delicious marinade and cooked until perfectly tender and juicy. The baguette is then stuffed with the chicken, pickled veggies, and fresh cilantro, making for a perfectly balanced sandwich with a combination of sweet, salty, and spicy flavors.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of sweet potato fries or a fresh side salad for a complete meal.