Calorie guide · Asian
Chicken banh micalories and macros
One serving of Chicken banh mi has about 540 kcal, with 31 g protein, 52 g carbohydrates and 23 g fat. That is roughly 23% of calories from protein, 39% from carbs and 38% from fat.
Where the calories come from
- Protein31 g23%
- Carbs52 g39%
- Fat23 g38%
Banh mi is a Vietnamese sandwich: an 80 g crusty baguette spread with 15 g of liver pâté and 10 g of mayonnaise, filled with 100 g (raw weight) of lemongrass-marinated chicken thigh, quick-pickled carrot and daikon, cucumber, chili and cilantro. A serving is roughly 540 kcal with 31 g of protein and 52 g of carbohydrates, most of them from the bread, while the mayonnaise, pâté and chicken thigh contribute most of the 23 g of fat; it can also be made with grilled pork.
Nutrition per serving
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 serving (~260 g) | Share of calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 208 kcal | 540 kcal | 100% |
| Protein | 11.9 g | 31 g | 23% |
| Carbs | 20 g | 52 g | 39% |
| Fat | 8.8 g | 23 g | 38% |
How many calories in 100 g of Chicken banh mi?
A typical serving of Chicken banh mi weighs about 260 g, so 100 g has about 208 kcal, 11.9 g protein, 20 g carbohydrates and 8.8 g fat.
Calories for your portion
Calories by amount
| Amount | Weight | kcal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ serving | 130 g | 270 | 15.5 g | 26 g | 11.5 g |
| 1 serving | 260 g | 540 | 31 g | 52 g | 23 g |
| 1½ servings | 390 g | 810 | 46.5 g | 78 g | 34.5 g |
| 2 servings | 520 g | 1080 | 62 g | 104 g | 46 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 208 | 11.9 g | 20 g | 8.8 g |
| 200 g | 200 g | 415 | 23.8 g | 40 g | 17.7 g |
Vitamins and minerals in Chicken banh mi
Per serving, with the share of the daily value (DV) used on US nutrition labels.
| Nutrient | Per serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber | 3.5 g | 13% |
| Sugars | 11 g | – |
| Saturated fat | 5.5 g | 28% |
| Sodium | 1,500 mg | 65% |
| Potassium | 500 mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% |
| Iron | 4 mg | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg | 17% |
| Vitamin A | 320 µg | 36% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.6 µg | 67% |
Allergens in Chicken banh mi
- Eggs
- Fish
- Gluten
A typical recipe contains the allergens below (EU list of 14). Recipes, sauces and kitchens differ, so always check the label or ask when you eat out.
Which diets does Chicken banh mi fit?
A typical serving of Chicken banh mi is not tagged as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, keto, paleo or pescatarian. Based on the ingredients of a typical serving. Recipes vary, so check labels if you have an allergy or follow a diet strictly.
How long would you walk to burn a serving of Chicken banh mi?
For a 70 kg adult, the 540 kcal in one serving is about 126 minutes of comfortable walking or 92 minutes of brisk walking. This is only a rough perspective: food is not something you have to earn or burn off, and the numbers change with body size.
| Comfortable walk (about 4 km/h) | 126 min |
| Brisk walk (about 5.5 km/h) | 92 min |
Work it out for your own weight and activity with the calories burned calculator.
What's in a typical serving
Crusty Vietnamese baguette filled with lemongrass chicken, liver pâté, mayonnaise, pickled carrot and daikon, cucumber, chili and cilantro.
- 80g Baguette
- 100g Chicken Thigh (raw)
- 15g Liver Pâté, 10g Mayonnaise
- 40g Pickled Carrot and Daikon
- Cucumber, Cilantro, Chili, Lemongrass, Fish Sauce
How to make it
- Toss 40 g julienned carrot and daikon with a pinch of salt and 5 g sugar dissolved in a little rice vinegar. Leave for at least 15 minutes.
- Marinate 100 g chicken thigh with chopped lemongrass, garlic and 5 ml fish sauce for 15 minutes.
- Cook the chicken in a pan with 5 g oil over medium-high heat for 5 to 6 minutes per side until browned and cooked through, then slice it.
- Warm the baguette in a hot oven for 3 minutes so the crust crackles, then split it lengthwise.
- Spread one side with 15 g pâté and the other with 10 g mayonnaise.
- Fill with the chicken, drained pickles, cucumber strips, chili and cilantro, and serve straight away.
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How to make it lighter
- Use either the pâté or the mayonnaise rather than both; each alone still gives the sandwich its rich layer.
- Choose chicken breast or tofu and load up on extra pickles, cucumber and herbs.
- Pull out some of the soft crumb from the baguette to cut the bread without losing the crunch.
Lighter alternatives
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Work out your own daily calorie target with the calorie calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Chicken banh mi?
A typical serving of Chicken banh mi has about 540 kcal. The exact number depends on the recipe, the amount of oil or butter and the portion size.
How many calories are in 100 g of Chicken banh mi?
About 208 kcal. That is based on a typical serving of about 260 g with 540 kcal; the real figure changes with the recipe and how much oil is used.
Is Chicken banh mi high in protein?
Yes. With about 31 g of protein per serving (23% of its calories), Chicken banh mi is a good protein source.
Can I eat Chicken banh mi while losing weight?
Yes, if it fits your daily calorie target. Weight loss depends on your total intake over time, not on a single dish; portion size and added fats make the biggest difference.
How long do you have to walk to burn off Chicken banh mi?
Roughly 126 minutes of comfortable walking for a 70 kg adult, or about 92 minutes at a brisk pace. Treat it as a perspective only; it depends on body size and you do not need to 'burn off' food.
Is Chicken banh mi vegetarian?
No. A typical serving of Chicken banh mi contains meat or fish.
Is Chicken banh mi gluten-free?
Usually not. A typical serving contains wheat or another gluten source.
How can I make Chicken banh mi lighter?
Use either the pâté or the mayonnaise rather than both; each alone still gives the sandwich its rich layer. Choose chicken breast or tofu and load up on extra pickles, cucumber and herbs. Pull out some of the soft crumb from the baguette to cut the bread without losing the crunch.
How we calculated these values
- Calories and macros are Sporty catalog estimates for one typical serving, calculated from USDA FoodData Central values for the listed ingredient amounts.
- The serving weight (260 g) is estimated from those ingredients; the per-100 g values and the portion calculator are worked out from it.
- Walking times use the Compendium of Physical Activities: 3.5 MET for comfortable and 4.8 MET for brisk walking, for a 70 kg adult (kcal per minute = MET × 3.5 × kg ÷ 200).
- Vitamins, minerals and allergens are estimated from the same ingredients with USDA FoodData Central values; % DV uses the US FDA daily values.
- Diet labels come from the ingredients. Real values change with the recipe, the amount of oil and the portion, so treat every number as an estimate.