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Chicken Banh Mi Calories
Vietnamese sandwich, marinated chicken, pickled vegetables, fresh herbs
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Chicken Banh Mi (250 g) has 450 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 60 g of carbs, 25 g of protein, 11.3 g of fat and 4.5 g of fiber. Its 5.3 mg of B3 covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chicken Banh Mi Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 250 g
450
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
60g
· 22% DV
Protein
25g
· 50% DV
Fat
11.3g
· 14% DV
Fiber
4.5g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 23% · Fat 23%
Chicken Banh Mi nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (250 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 450 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.3 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 2.5 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 1025 mg | 45% |
| Total carbohydrate | 60 g | 22% |
| Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% |
| Protein | 25 g | 50% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Chicken Banh Mi?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 250 g | 450 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 120 g | 216 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 125 g | 225 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 180 g | 324 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 360 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 350 g | 630 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 400 g | 720 kcal |
Calculated from 180 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chicken Banh Mi
What is chicken banh mi?
Chicken banh mi is a Vietnamese baguette sandwich filled with marinated chicken, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs. It often includes cucumber and a spread or sauce, bringing crisp, tangy, savory, and sometimes spicy flavors together.
What goes in a chicken banh mi?
A chicken banh mi typically contains cooked marinated chicken, pickled carrot and daikon, cucumber, cilantro, and a baguette. Mayonnaise, chili, and other sauces vary by recipe, so there is no single fixed filling.
How do you make chicken banh mi at home?
To make chicken banh mi, marinate and thoroughly cook the chicken, then lightly toast a baguette. Fill it with the chicken, quick-pickled carrot and daikon, cucumber, cilantro, and your preferred spread or chili sauce.
What bread is used for chicken banh mi?
Chicken banh mi is traditionally made with a light, crisp Vietnamese-style baguette. A standard baguette works too, though its crust can be thicker; warming it briefly before filling helps keep the center pleasant to bite.
Where did chicken banh mi come from?
Chicken banh mi is a variation of the Vietnamese banh mi sandwich. The sandwich reflects Vietnam’s colonial-era introduction of the baguette, adapted with local ingredients such as pickled vegetables, fresh herbs, and savory fillings.
What makes chicken banh mi different from a regular chicken sandwich?
The defining contrast in chicken banh mi is the combination of a crisp baguette, savory chicken, sharp-sweet pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs. A regular chicken sandwich may have chicken and bread but usually lacks this distinctive balance.
Is chicken banh mi spicy?
Chicken banh mi is not necessarily spicy; heat usually comes from fresh chili or chili sauce added to the sandwich. Ask for those on the side or leave them out when making it if you prefer mild food.
How do you pronounce chicken banh mi?
Chicken banh mi is commonly pronounced roughly “chicken ban mee,” with the final syllable sounding like “mee.” Vietnamese tones can change the exact pronunciation, but this approximation is widely understood when ordering.
Can you make chicken banh mi ahead of time?
You can prepare the chicken and pickled vegetables for chicken banh mi ahead, but assemble the sandwich close to serving. Keeping the filling separate prevents the baguette from becoming soggy, and cooked chicken should be refrigerated promptly.
Is chicken banh mi a good lunch to take to work?
Chicken banh mi can work well as a packed lunch if the chicken is kept cold and the bread is packed separately from wet fillings. Assemble it shortly before eating, or carry the pickles and sauces in separate containers.
Chicken Banh Mi Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
5.25mg · 33% DV
B6
0.45mg · 26% DV
B5
1.25mg · 25% DV
Biotin
6.25µg · 21% DV
Minerals
Sodium
1025mg · 45% DV
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
163mg · 23% DV
Iron
2.75mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
300mg · 9% DV
Chicken Banh Mi Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chicken Banh Mi
To burn the 450 calories in 1 piece (medium) (250 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Chicken Banh Mi?
Chicken Banh Mi is a Vietnamese baguette sandwich filled with marinated chicken, pickled vegetables and fresh herbs. The bread is crisp outside and soft within; savoury chicken balances the vegetables’ tang and crunch, while the herbs add freshness.
In Vietnam it is a popular quick meal, and it is also found in Vietnamese bakeries and cafés around the world. It works well for lunch or a substantial snack; a side salad keeps the meal fresh without adding another heavy component. The bread provides most of its carbohydrates, while the chicken contributes protein: each 100 g provides 10 g. For a lighter serving, ask for extra vegetables and less bread.
How Nutritious Is Chicken Banh Mi?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Chicken Banh Mi Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Chicken Banh Mi Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chicken Banh Mi Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Chicken Banh Mi Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.5:1).
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