Chicken Banh Mi Recipe

Name: Chicken Banh Mi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup white vinegar; 1/2 cup sugar; Kosher salt; 3 medium carrots, julienned; 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3); 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, plus 3 cilantro sprigs; 1/3 cup mayonnaise, plus more for bread; 2 to 3 tablespoons Sriracha (an Asian chili sauce); 2 cucumbers, sliced into thin rounds; 4 (8-inch) French baguettes (ficelle)

Servings: persons

1 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
Kosher salt
3 medium carrots, julienned
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3)
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, plus 3 cilantro sprigs
1/3 cup mayonnaise, plus more for bread
2 to 3 tablespoons Sriracha (an Asian chili sauce)
2 cucumbers, sliced into thin rounds
4 (8-inch) French baguettes (ficelle)

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Combine the vinegar, 1 cup water, sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl.
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Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
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Soak the carrots in the vinegar brine for at least 30 minutes.
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Place the chicken breasts in a small saucepan with just enough water to cover.
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Add 1/4 cup soy sauce and 3 sprigs cilantro and bring to a simmer.
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Cover and simmer, about 18 minutes.
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Remove the pan from the heat, uncover, and cool the chicken in the liquid, about 30 minutes.
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Tear the chicken into shreds and toss with 1/3 cup mayonnaise, Sriracha, and the remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce.
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Slice the baguettes lengthwise, leaving a hinge intact.
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Spread mayonnaise on both sides of the bread.
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Add the chicken and toast, open faced, 5 to 8 minutes.
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Drain the carrots.
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Add the carrots, cucumbers, and cilantro leaves to each sandwich and serve immediately.
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Calories: 767
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Total Fat: 29 grams
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Saturated Fat: 4 grams
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Total Carbohydrate: 71 grams
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Protein: 51 grams
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Sodium: 1794 milligrams
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Cholesterol: 110 milligrams
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Fiber: 4 grams

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup white vinegar, 1/2 cup sugar, Kosher salt, 3 medium carrots, julienned, and more.

Yes, Chicken Banh Mi falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken Banh Mi

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