Best 5 Grilled Vietnamese Chicken Sandwiches Recipes

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Vietnam, a country known for its diverse and flavorful cuisine, offers a captivating culinary experience. From the vibrant streets of Hanoi to the charming alleys of Ho Chi Minh City, the tantalizing aromas of Vietnamese dishes fill the air, tempting taste buds and inspiring culinary adventures. Among the many culinary delights that Vietnam has to offer, grilled Vietnamese chicken sandwiches stand out as a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Let's embark on a journey to discover the secrets behind crafting the perfect grilled Vietnamese chicken sandwich, exploring the essential ingredients, techniques, and tips that will elevate your sandwich-making skills and transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Vietnam.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

VIETNAMESE CHICKEN SANDWICH (BáNH Mì)



Vietnamese Chicken Sandwich (Bánh Mì) image

A homemade version of the ever so popular Banh Mi sandwich! This Vietnamese chicken sandwich is stuffed with tender sliced chicken, pickled carrots and daikon radish, cucumbers, and topped with sliced jalapeños, and cilantro. It is to DIE for!

Provided by Marzia

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup EACH: water, rice vinegar, AND granulated sugar
2 teaspoons salt
6 ounces daikon, thinly sliced (about 1/4 inch thick)
6 ounces carrots, thinly sliced (about 1/4 inch thick)
2 Persian cucumbers cut into circles or spears
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast
3 cloves garlic, grated or minced
2 tablespoons EACH: fish sauce AND low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon EACH: granulated sugar AND mayo (plus more for spreading)
½ teaspoon lime zest
1-2 teaspoons sriracha (optional)
4-5 Vietnamese bread rolls or french baguettes
sliced jalapeños or serranos + fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • PICKLED VEGETABLES: Combine the water, rice vinegar, sugar, and salt and stir until the sugar dissolves. Add the daikon, carrots, and cucumbers to a large mason jar. Pour the pickling liquid over veggies, screw on the lid, and allow the vegetables to pickle in the refrigerator for at least one hour and up to 24 hours in advance.
  • CHICKEN: Combine the garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, mayo, lime zest, and sriracha (if using) in a medium bowl. Add the chicken, cover, and allow to marinate for at least 20 minutes or up to 24 hours. Cook the chicken on an indoor grill or a skillet until cooked through. The time will vary depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts. Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly on the bias.
  • ASSEMBLE BANH MI: Toast the baguettes if desired, spread mayonnaise on bread and top with chicken slices, pickled vegetables, cilantro leaves, and jalapeño slices. Serve warm.

VIETNAMESE GRILLED LEMONGRASS CHICKEN



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Chicken marinated with lemongrass and grilled. Garnish with rice paper, lettuce, cucumber, bean sprouts, mint, and ground peanut.

Provided by LUCHAPROV

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Vietnamese

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped lemongrass
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons light brown sugar
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon fish sauce
1 ½ pounds chicken thighs, or more to taste, pounded to an even thickness

Steps:

  • Mix canola oil, lemongrass, lemon juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and fish sauce together in a mixing bowl until the sugar is dissolved; add chicken and turn to coat in the marinade.
  • Marinate chicken in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken thighs from the marinade and shake to remove excess marinade. Discard the remaining marinade.
  • Grill chicken until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 3 to 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 338.9 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

CAFE STYLE GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICHES



Cafe Style Grilled Chicken Sandwiches image

Delicious and tender grilled chicken on a bed of lettuce, tomato and mayo sandwiched between two slices of toasted French bread. Bacon and provolone cheese can also be added to sandwiches.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon garlic and herb seasoning blend (such as Mrs. Dash®)
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 sprigs fresh dill, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon salt
8 thick slices French bread
2 tablespoons mayonnaise, or to taste
4 slices tomato
4 lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  • Prick chicken breasts all over with a fork. Place chicken breasts, 1/4 cup olive oil, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic and herb seasoning, ground black pepper, and chopped fresh dill in a bowl. Stir to coat chicken breasts completely. Let stand for 10 minutes.
  • Remove chicken breasts from marinade, discard marinade, and grill chicken for 10 to 15 minutes on each side, or until juices run clear and an instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a breast reads at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Remove from grill; let stand for 5 minutes. Cut chicken breasts in half.
  • Melt butter and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle garlic powder and salt over butter and oil. Add French bread slices to the pan and toast until golden brown on one side, about 3 minutes; remove from pan.
  • For sandwich assembly, place one slice of French bread with toasted side down onto a serving plate. Spread mayonnaise on bread; top with a slice of tomato, salt and ground black pepper to taste, half a grilled chicken breast, and lettuce. Spread untoasted side of another slice of bread with mayonnaise and place on top to make a sandwich.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 553 calories, Carbohydrate 42.6 g, Cholesterol 48.3 mg, Fat 34.1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 20.3 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 637.2 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

GRILLED VIETNAMESE CHICKEN



Grilled Vietnamese Chicken image

This chicken is just full of flavor. Scoring the breast or thigh before marinating allows the marinade to penetrate the meat better and faster. I found this recipe in Cooking Pleasures Magazine and we just loved it. Another plus is a short marinading time that does not compromise the flavor at all. Longer would only make it better.

Provided by riffraff

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons molasses
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
2 teaspoons black pepper (I use red pepper flakes and it was VERY good)
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (thighs would work well too)

Steps:

  • Heat grill.
  • Place all the ingredients except the chicken in a shallow glass baking dish and stir them together.
  • Make shallow slits across the chicken breast, going a little deeper in the thick end.
  • Make shallow slits long ways, resulting in a slight diamond pattern in the meat.
  • Put the chicken in the marinade and make sure some gets in the slits.
  • This only needs to marinade for 10 or 15 minutes to pick up the flavor, I believe this is because of the slits.
  • Place on grill and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until no longer pink.
  • Turn once during cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.6, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 847.9, Carbohydrate 9.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 6.1, Protein 25.8

MARINATED CHICKEN SANDWICHES



Marinated Chicken Sandwiches image

Every bite of this grilled chicken is packed with flavor. The sweet brown sugar combines well with zesty mustard and ginger. Top the sandwich with any kind of cheese.-Ruth Lee, Troy, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon molasses
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
3 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
6 kaiser rolls, split and toasted
6 lettuce leaves
6 slices (1/2 ounce each) reduced-fat Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first eight ingredients; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 1 hour. , Drain and discard marinade. Lightly oil the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Spread mayonnaise over bottom of rolls; top with chicken, lettuce and cheese. Replace roll tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 595mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 45g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes. This will help to infuse the chicken with flavor and make it more tender.
  • Use a flavorful marinade. The marinade is what will give the chicken its flavor, so make sure to use a marinade that you like. Some good options include a lemongrass-ginger marinade, a soy sauce-based marinade, or a fish sauce-based marinade.
  • Cook the chicken over medium-high heat. This will help to sear the chicken and lock in the juices.
  • Do not overcook the chicken. Chicken is best when it is cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve the chicken sandwiches with your favorite toppings. Some good options include pickled carrots and daikon, cilantro, and a spicy mayonnaise sauce.

Conclusion:

Grilled Vietnamese chicken sandwiches are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that are perfect for a summer cookout or a quick weeknight dinner. With a flavorful marinade and a variety of toppings, these sandwiches are sure to please everyone at your table.

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