SPICY VIETNAMESE CHICKEN SANDWICHES

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From Food and Wine magazine. A staff favorite! It's also a favorite of mine. For something so easy, this has great flavor. I wouldn't skip any ingredients. Lightly toasting the bread makes a difference, too, don't skip that. Get ready for a fun flavor adventure! *Cook time includes 1 hour refrigeration time.*

Provided by LifeIsGood

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced 1/4 inch thick (or pounded out)
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon mayonnaise, plus more for spreading (I prefer Hellmans)
2 large shallots, thinly sliced
2 carrots, halved crosswise and thinly sliced lengthwise
1/2 cup cocktail-size pickled onion, sliced, plus
1/4 cup pickling liquid, from the jar
10 ounces baguette, split lengthwise and toasted (or any good bread)
sriracha sauce, for spreading
1 kirby cucumber, very thinly sliced lengthwise
fresh cilantro stem (optional)

Steps:

  • Toss the chicken with the soy sauce, 1 T. of the mayo and the sliced shallot. Cover and let marinate in the fridge for about 1 hour.
  • In another bowl, mix the sliced carrots with the pickled onions and their liquid and let stand at room temperature for about 1 hour.
  • Heat up a grill pan on high heat. Grill the chicken until charred and the chicken is cooked through - about 2 minutes per side. Put the shallots on after you flip the chicken. If you add the shallots right away, they will get too done.
  • Spread the mayo on the cut sides of the toasted baguette and then spread with Sriracha (to taste -- it's spicy). * I actually like to make a mixture in a bowl of the mayo and Sriracha, then spread it onto the bread. On th bottom half of the baguette, layer the carrots, pickled onions and sliced cucumber. Top with the grilled chicken and shallot slices. Lay the cilantro sprigs, if using, over the chicken and close the sandwich.
  • Cut the sandwich crosswise into 6 pieces and serve!

Ahmed Keira
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I'm not a fan of cilantro, so I left it out of the recipe. The sandwiches were still delicious! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the pickled vegetables added a nice crunch. I would definitely make these again, even without the cilantro.


Azii Bhie
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I made these sandwiches for a potluck and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the pickled vegetables added a nice crunch. I would definitely make these again for a party or gathering.


Saeyr Saeyrt
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These sandwiches were a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved them. He said the chicken was perfectly cooked and the flavors were amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves spicy food.


Sandipa Saru
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I've made these sandwiches several times now and they're always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of the spicy chicken, the pickled vegetables, and the creamy mayo. These sandwiches are


Technical Sardar Ji
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These sandwiches were easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the pickled vegetables added a nice crunch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


percy cleaners
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I made these sandwiches for my family and they loved them! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I would definitely make these again.


Maxamed Bashiir
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These sandwiches were a bit too messy for me, but they were still delicious. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the pickled vegetables added a nice crunch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who doesn't mind a messy sandwich.


Angêl Tube
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I'm not a fan of cilantro, so I left it out of the recipe. The sandwiches were still delicious! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the pickled vegetables added a nice crunch. I would definitely make these again, even without the cilantro.


Shean Greenwood
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I made these sandwiches for a potluck and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the pickled vegetables added a nice crunch. I would definitely make these again for a party or gathering.


Payer Ahmed
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These sandwiches were a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved them. He said the chicken was perfectly cooked and the flavors were amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves spicy food.


chi flexx
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I've made these sandwiches several times now and they're always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of the spicy chicken, the pickled vegetables, and the creamy mayo. These sandwiches are


Isabelle Reeves
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These sandwiches were easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the pickled vegetables added a nice crunch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Luc Marie
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I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but these sandwiches were surprisingly mild. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the bread was soft and fluffy. I would definitely make these again, even if I toned down the spice level a bit.


Selome Somi
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I love the spicy kick in these sandwiches. The chicken is perfectly cooked and the pickled vegetables are a great addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Vietnamese food.


Tshebedi Mathibe
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These sandwiches were a hit at my party! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the pickled vegetables added a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making these again.