Asian BBQ Chicken Sandwiches

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Shake up your sandwich routine with these amazing Asian BBQ Chicken Sandwiches. This easy recipe uses convenient ingredients like breaded chicken cutlets and bagged slaw to get dinner on the table fast. You’ll love the incredible homemade BBQ sauce that brings it all together.

What You Will Need:

Asian BBQ Sauce
1 cup soy sauce
¾ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon chile-garlic sauce
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ginger powder
1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
Asian Slaw
6 ounces of bagged slaw
3 green onions chopped
2 tablespoons of rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon of pure maple syrup or granulated sugar
1 teaspoon of dark sesame oil
6 bagged breaded chicken cutlets. I used Aldi red bag chicken.
6 burger buns

Making the Sweet and Spicy BBQ Sauce

The sauce is easy to make! Just add everything but the cornstarch and the water to a saucepan and mix. Bring to a boil over medium high heat stirring occasionally. Once the boiling stage has been reached, reduce the heat to medium low. Mix the cornstarch and water to make a slurry. If you would put the cornstarch in on its own it would just make little dumplings. The hot sauce would cook the cornstarch. Mix the slurry with the sauce until combined and let simmer for 5-7 minutes. The sauce should coat the back of a spoon when done.

The Rest of the Ingredients for the Sandwiches

The slaw is super simple to make also. You just have to combine the ingredients in an appropriately sized bowl and chill the mixture for 30 minutes. It comes together in no time and can chill while the sauce and chicken are cooking. The chicken is baked according to the manufacturer’s directions. I used Aldi’s red bag chicken and it takes about 30-35 minutes to cook them.

Assembling Your Chicken Sandwich

Once the chicken is out of the oven, spoon some sauce on one side of the chicken. You can put it on both sides if you like! Place the chicken on the bottom half of the bun and add some slaw on top. It couldn’t be easier! Roasted potatoes are a great side dish for the Asian bbq chicken sandwiches!

Make some ramen and try my vegan noodle sauce as a side!

FAQ’s:

What Other Types of Chicken Can I Use?

While we love the convenience of breaded chicken cutlets, this sauce is also fantastic on grilled chicken breasts, shredded rotisserie chicken, or even crispy chicken thighs.

Can I Make the BBQ Sauce Ahead of Time?

Absolutely! The Asian BBQ sauce can be made up to 5 days in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. You may need to warm it slightly before using.

Is This Sandwich Spicy?

This recipe has a mild-to-medium spice level from the chile-garlic sauce. If you prefer less heat, you can reduce the amount to half a tablespoon. For more heat, feel free to add a little extra!

What Are Some Good Side Dishes?

These sandwiches pair wonderfully with roasted potatoes, a simple side salad, or even some steamed edamame. My vegan noodle sauce over ramen is another great option.

How Should I Store Leftovers?

For best results, store the components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Assemble the sandwiches just before serving to keep the chicken crispy and the buns from getting soggy.