Crispy Garlic Chicken Banh Mi
Juicy pan-seared chicken with a punchy mayo-sriracha spread, pickled daikon, fresh veggies, and toasted baguette. Comes together in 20 minutes—pure vibes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 36g
Ingredients
- ½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 loaf (about 12 inches) baguette
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- ½ cup pickled daikon & carrot
- ½ medium cucumber, sliced thin
- 1 small fresh red chili pepper, thinly sliced
- ½ cup loosely packed fresh cilantro & lettuce leaves
Instructions
- 1
Pat chicken dry. Season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 2
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium-high until it shimmers. Sear chicken 6–7 minutes per side without moving until golden and cooked through (165°F).
- 3
Slice baguette in half lengthwise. Toast cut-side down in the same skillet until golden, about 90 seconds per side.
- 4
Stir mayo and sriracha together. Spread on both baguette halves.
- 5
Slice chicken against the grain. Layer on bottom half: lettuce, chicken, pickled daikon, cucumber, chili, cilantro.
- 6
Close the sandwich. Cut in half and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet or cast-iron pan
- cutting board
- sharp knife
- meat thermometer (optional but recommended)
- small bowl for mayo-sriracha mix
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