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Banh mi sliders are the party version of a Vietnamese classic. Sliced chicken, pickled veggies, and banh mi toppings are piled on a slider roll and ready to devour!
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Why we love banh mi sliders
Banh mi chicken sliders are the party version of a classic Vietnamese sandwich only they're made with slider buns, which puts a unique spin a sandwich classic.
These sliders are made with marinated chicken, pickled carrots and daikon, mayo, sriracha, cilantro, and jalapeno. This flavor combination makes it sweet, salty, spicy, sour, and savory, so it hits all corners of the palate.
Ingredient notes
- chicken marinade - This is a quick combination of soy sauce, fish sauce, lime, garlic, and sugar.
- chicken breast - This recipe includes instructions for sauteed chicken breast and includes a link for air frying instructions. Also, chicken thighs can be used in place of breast using the same recipe instructions.
- slider rolls - can be substituted with a French baguette for a more traditional sandwich
- mayonnaise
- pickled carrots and daikon - These are a staple condiment on Vietnamese sandwiches.
- sliced cucumber - Optional but recommended.
- fresh cilantro and jalapeno - These are standard banh mi topping ingredients.
- Sriracha sauce - Another key ingredient that adds spicy flavor.
How to make banh mi sliders
You'll find the full, printable recipe below. These are the abbreviated instructions.
- Use a meat mallet to pound the chicken into even thickness. Then combine marinade ingredients and marinate the chicken for 30 minutes or up to 8 hours.
- Cook the chicken using saute method. You can also make air fried chicken breast for a non-stove option.
- Cut chicken into slices.
- Assemble the sliders.
Step 1. To assemble bahn mi sliders, spread the mayo on slider rolls, distribute chicken and pickled vegetables.
Step 2. Top with cucumbers, sliced jalapeno, and cilantro.
Step 3. Add Sriracha and top with slider bun. Serve and devour!
Banh mi sliders are loaded with layers of flavor and texture for the ultimate experience.
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Chicken Banh Mi Sliders
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When scaling the recipe 2x or 3x, the gray ingredient note stays the same. Adjust quantities accordingly.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast, or thighs
- 1 Lime, zested and juiced
- 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce
- 3 cloves Garlic, grated
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Canola Oil
- 9-12 Slider Rolls
- ¼ cup Mayonnaise, or more as needed
- 1.5 cups Pickled Carrots and Daikon
- ¼ pound Cucumber, thinly sliced
- ½ cup Fresh Cilantro, loosely packed
- 1 Fresh Jalapeño Pepper, sliced and seeded
- Sriracha sauce, use as needed
Instructions
- Use meat mallet to pound CHICKEN BREAST to an even thickness. Set aside briefly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together LIME JUICE, FISH SAUCE, GARLIC, SUGAR, and SOY SAUCE until combined.
- Place chicken in this mixture, turning to coat. Cover, and rest 30 minutes up to 8 hours.
- Heat OIL in skillet over medium-high heat.
- Transfer CHICKEN BREAST to skillet and saute about 3 minutes, or until it releases from the pan without effort.Note: Add some of the marinade to the skillet with the chicken or discard it.
- Flip chicken breast and continue sauteing until it reaches a safe internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Use clean tongs to transfer chicken to a covered plate and rest 5 minutes.
- Before assembly, slice chicken against the grain into thin strips and keep warm.
- To assemble, prepare SLIDER ROLLS. You can either A) cut now into individual sliders or B) keep slider rolls attached to each other and make the sliders in bulk (then cut before serving)
- Separate the top portion of rolls and spread MAYONNAISE on inside surface of the rolls.
- Distribute ingredients evenly over the rolls from the bottom up: CHICKEN, PICKLED VEGETABLES, CUCUMBER, CILANTRO, JALAPEÑOS, and SRIRACHA.
- Cover the rolls (cut if needed, insert sandwich toothpicks, and serve warm.
Equipment
- meat mallet
- 10-inch skillet
Jenny says
I love Banh mi, what a great idea to make sliders! I plan to start packing these flavorful little sandwiches in our lunches.
The Kitchen Girl says
Yesss! We are crazy about Banh mi and equally in love with these sliders 🙂 So glad you discovered them and thanks for the feedback!
Michelle says
Banh mi sandwiches are amazing! This chicken version is oh-so-good!
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks, Michelle! Love hearing it...and we think Banh mi is pretty amazing too 🙂
Beth Neels says
I made these for dinner last night and just love the flavors of the fresh AND pickled veggies! Adds such a great balance to the flavors!
Traci Antonovich says
Yay, glad to hear it, Beth! We love the flavors of Banh mi 🙂
Dahn says
The pickled vegetables are my favorite part of a Banh Mi sandwich. You can't put enough of them in for me. this looks fabulous.
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks, Dahn! I love the pickled veggies too 🙂
Liz says
I was looking for small sandwich recipes to make for a party and this one is perfect! Such great flavors!
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks, Liz...you're sure to enjoy 🙂
Jessica Formicola says
I've never tried banh mi, but man does it look good! I can't wait to try this recipe!
Traci Antonovich says
Haha, thanks Jessica! If you like Asian flavors, you'll love Banh Mi sliders 😉
Danielle says
Love this idea Traci!! Banh mi is my favorite kind of sandwich. We have plenty of access to all sorts of sandwich shops, but it's fun to make them at home too.
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks Danielle! I lovvvvve my local banh mi shop and I think it's safe to say it's my favorite sandwich too. That's why I'm turning them into bowls and sliders LOL 😉
Shashi says
I couldn't agree more - these sure are "easy, fun, colorful, daaaamn tasty!!!"
I've seen banh mi sandwiches all around the interwebs but wasn't quite sure what they entailed so thanks so much for the clarification, Tracy!
Traci Antonovich says
Aww thanks so much Shashi! Love hearing it! Hope you get to try them sometime...one of my fav sammies evrrrr 🙂
Dana says
I've never had one of these sandwiches before!! I love the fact they're made with sliders - they look tasty!
Traci Antonovich says
Omgosh I wish I could make you one of these right now. Hope you get to try one sometime...they're the best! 🙂
Suzy says
This is all the flavor!
Traci Antonovich says
Haha, well said Suzy! Couldn't agree more 🙂
Elaine says
I've never heard of banh mi sandwiches, but I'm glad I now have a great recipe to try! I love sliders and I see making them this weekend as your recipe looks delicious!
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks Elaine...omgosh they're full of so many flavors that all dance together! Hope you get to try these out! 🙂
Marisa says
These look and sound so delicious! And they're so cute!
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks Marisa...cute was definitely the goal 😉
Lisa Bryan says
Sliders are the best for their bite sized size (though let's be honest, who ever stops at one). Especially with all the flavors in these ones. 😉
Traci Antonovich says
Haha thanks Lisa! I like the way you think 🙂
Morgan Eisenberg says
I love sliders AND banh mi, so this is perfect for my next party! I'll definitely make them ASAP!
Traci Antonovich says
Awww thanks! So happy to hear it Morgan! I'm right there with you...that's why I made these up because I want the best of both 🙂
Tisha says
I've never had Banh Mi and now I can't wait to try it! Looks amazing!
Traci Antonovich says
Hey thanks Tisha! If you love flavors, and LOTS of them, this sandwich is for you! 🙂
Katie says
Oh I love all of the flavor combos here! Yum!
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks Katie! The flavor combo is off the hook! 🙂
Caroline says
I'm a big fan of banh mi sandwiches and have made a few variations on the theme myself. These look delicious. Agree you can't miss out the pickled veg, and cilantro for that added freshness.
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks Caroline! Love hearing that...I need to check yours out too! 🙂