This is definitely one of my favorite sandwiches: it’s easy to prepare, very original and so good that you will be making it again and again. It uses two delicious sushi sides – wasabi and pickled ginger – and takes them to a whole new level.
I love the fact that there’s a great mixture of textures and flavors: crispy and chewy bread, salty grilled chicken and creamy, spicy sauce. 
This sandwich is perfect for a lunch or picnic, but also delicious as an easy dinner, especially when combined with a (miso) soup.
You can use leftover chicken pieces, or use turkey if that’s what you have on hand. Feel free to experiment!
I like to use a lot of wasabi (mouth-on-fire-amount!), but use whatever amount is good for your taste buds. I think you should definitely make some extra wasabi mayonnaise; it’s also delicious with salmon, tuna or grilled asian vegetables.
PrintJapanese Chicken Sandwich
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
Description
This Japanese Chicken Sandwich combines crispy baguette with salty grilled chicken and a creamy, spicy wasabi mayonnaise, offering a delightful fusion of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 fresh baguette, sliced open
- 1 small grilled chicken breast*
- 1 tablespoon pickled ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon wasabi paste (use more or less to taste)
- 2 big tablespoons of mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- a handful of mixed lettuce leaves
- a carrot, sliced in thin rounds (optional)
- * or use leftover chicken or turkey
Instructions
- Slice the grilled chicken breast into smaller pieces and mix with the soy sauce. Set aside to marinate briefly.
- Chop half of the pickled ginger finely.
- In a small bowl, combine the wasabi paste, mayonnaise, chopped pickled ginger, and any remaining soy sauce. Mix well and adjust the wasabi to your taste preference.
- Spread the wasabi mayonnaise mixture evenly on both sides of the sliced baguette.
- Place the marinated chicken pieces evenly on the bottom half of the baguette.
- Top with the remaining pickled ginger slices.
- Close the sandwich with the top half of the baguette, press gently, and serve immediately.
Notes
Use leftover chicken or turkey if available. Adjust the amount of wasabi to suit your taste. The wasabi mayonnaise is versatile and can be used with other proteins like salmon or tuna, or with grilled vegetables. This sandwich pairs well with a miso soup for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 20 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
