The Easiest Grilled Chicken Banh Mi Recipe

Name: The Easiest Grilled Chicken Banh Mi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/2 shallot, minced; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 teaspoons fish sauce; 1 teaspoon oyster sauce; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon lemongrass, minced; 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 8-ounce chicken breast; 1 (12-inch) long baguette; 1 lettuce leaf; a few slices each of cucumber and onion; pickled carrots and daikon (can be found at Asian supermarkets), thinly sliced; chopped cilantro; sliced fresh jalapenos (optional)

Servings: persons

1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 shallot, minced
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons fish sauce
1 teaspoon oyster sauce
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon lemongrass, minced
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1 8-ounce chicken breast
1 (12-inch) long baguette
1 lettuce leaf
a few slices each of cucumber and onion
pickled carrots and daikon (can be found at Asian supermarkets), thinly sliced
chopped cilantro
sliced fresh jalapenos (optional)

1
Mix garlic and shallots in a bowl with the sugar, fish sauce, oyster sauce, lemongrass, pepper and oil until sugar dissolves.
2
Pour over the chicken breast and marinate for at least an hour or overnight for best results.
3
Grill chicken over medium-high heat until cooked through, allow to rest for 15 minutes, then slice and set aside.
4
To assemble the sandwich, place the lettuce and cucumber on the bottom half of the baguette.
5
Add the grilled chicken and onion, cilantro, pickled carrot and daikon.
6
Top with jalapeno (if you want some heat) and the other half of baguette and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 clove garlic, minced, 1/2 shallot, minced, 1 tablespoon sugar, 2 teaspoons fish sauce, and more.

Yes, The Easiest Grilled 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.

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The Easiest Grilled Chicken Banh Mi

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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