Spicy Vietnamese Chicken Sandwiches

Savor the bold, tangy, and savory flavors of these Spicy Vietnamese Chicken Sandwiches, a modern twist on the classic bánh mì! Marinated in a fragrant blend of soy sauce, fish sauce, lemongrass, honey, and Sriracha, tender chicken thighs are grilled to perfection, creating a caramelized, juicy filling. Layered on a toasted baguette with creamy mayonnaise, crisp pickled vegetables, fresh cilantro, and spicy jalapeño slices, this sandwich strikes the perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and crunch. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an ideal recipe for a vibrant lunch or dinner that’s bursting with Vietnamese-inspired flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp fish sauce
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp Sriracha
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemongrass stalk, minced (white part only)
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 cup daikon radish, julienned
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 cup warm water
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 baguette (split lengthwise into 4 portions)
• 4 tbsp mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup cilantro leaves
• 2 jalapeño peppers, thinly sliced

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, prepare the chicken marinade by whisking together the soy sauce, fish sauce, honey, Sriracha, minced garlic, and minced lemongrass.

Step 2

Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).

Step 3

While the chicken marinates, prepare the pickled vegetables. In a medium bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, sugar, warm water, and salt until the sugar dissolves.

Step 4

Add the julienned carrot and daikon radish to the pickling liquid. Let sit for at least 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Preheat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and nicely caramelized. Set aside to rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.

Step 6

Meanwhile, toast the baguette portions lightly in the oven or on a stovetop grill pan.

Step 7

Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on each baguette portion. Layer with sliced chicken, pickled vegetables, cilantro leaves, and jalapeño slices.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your Spicy Vietnamese Chicken Sandwiches!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1763.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2037.2

Total Fat 96.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 627.0mg	0%
Sodium 8147.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 146.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 78.8g
Protein 136.6g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 341.0mg	0%
Iron 11.6mg	0%
Potassium 3565.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.5%

Protein: 27.3%

Carbs: 29.2%