Crispy Sweet & Sour Chicken Brioche Sandwich with Yogurt Lime Slaw

Crispy Sweet & Sour Chicken Brioche Sandwich with Yogurt Lime Slaw

Crispy Sweet & Sour Chicken Brioche Sandwich with Yogurt Lime Slaw

Crispy Sweet & Sour Chicken Brioche Sandwich with Yogurt Lime Slaw

March 16, 2025 by Kimberly

Golden, crispy chicken coated in a sticky sweet & sour glaze, stacked on creamy, crunchy slaw, all between two buttery brioche slices. This sandwich is a power move, crunchy, juicy, tangy, and just the right amount of messy.

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TOTAL TIME

30 min

SERVES

2 sandwiches

DIET

omnivore

EVERY RECIPE DESERVES

A Little Love Letter

If you think you’ve had a good chicken sandwich before, think again. This one brings it all: crispy, golden-fried chicken dunked in a sticky, sweet & sour glaze, creamy yogurt slaw for crunch, and buttery brioche slices crisped to perfection. It’s rich, tangy, crunchy, and honestly, slightly addictive. Perfect for those days when a basic sandwich just won’t cut it. This is bold, messy, and worth every bite. Exactly how a sandwich should be.

This sandwich is a moment, so let it shine. Serve it hot, straight from the pan, while the chicken is crispy and the glaze is still warm. Pair it with fries, a simple side salad, or even just some extra pickles for a sharp contrast. Feeling fancy? A side of homemade sweet potato fries with a little lime zest would be elite. And if you really want to take things up a notch, a cold beer or a passionfruit lemonade? Unreal.

This is best eaten fresh, but if you must store it, keep the components separate. Store the fried chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days, and reheat in the oven for crispiness. The slaw can be stored for a day but will soften over time.

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Crispy Sweet & Sour Chicken Brioche Sandwich with Yogurt Lime Slaw
Crispy Sweet & Sour Chicken Brioche Sandwich with Yogurt Lime Slaw
Crispy Sweet & Sour Chicken Brioche Sandwich with Yogurt Lime Slaw
Crispy Sweet & Sour Chicken Brioche Sandwich with Yogurt Lime Slaw

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Crispy Sweet & Sour Chicken Brioche Sandwich with Yogurt Lime Slaw

Crispy Sweet & Sour Chicken Brioche Sandwich with Yogurt Lime Slaw


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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 2

Description

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

  • large pan
  • sharp knife
  • cutting board
  • small pot
  • plastic wrap
  • meat mallet
  • three shallow bowls

Ingredients

Units Scale
CHICKEN
  • 200 grams chicken breast
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg
  • 4 tbsp panko bread crumbs
  • salt & pepper
  • avocado oil, for frying
SWEET & SOUR GLAZE
  • 40 grams passionfruit purée
  • juice from half a lemon
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion
  • 1 tsp ginger
  • 45 grams white sugar
  • 1/2 fresh chili
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp sesame oil
YOGURT CILANTRO SLAW
  • 75 grams white cabbage
  • 1 scallion
  • a few leaves fresh parsley
  • juice from half a lemon
  • salt & pepper
OTHER INGREDIENTS
  • 4 slices brioche bread
  • 1 tbsp butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the passionfruit chutney first. Add passionfruit purée, lime juice, two pressed garlic cloves, olive oil, half a finely chopped onion, finely chopped ginger, white sugar, half a chopped fresh chili, salt, and sesame oil to a small pot. Stir well and let it simmer over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes, until thickened.
  2. While the chutney simmers, make the slaw. Thinly slice the white cabbage, slice the scallions, and finely chop the parsley. Add everything to a large salad bowl and mix with yogurt, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Prepare the coating for the chicken. Set up three shallow bowls: Fill one with flour, crack an egg into the second and whisk with some ground pepper, and mix breadcrumbs, panko, and salt in the third. Place the chicken breasts between two layers of plastic wrap and pound them thin. Dredge each piece in flour, dip in the egg, and coat well with the panko mixture, pressing firmly so the breading sticks. Set aside on a plate.
  4. Before frying the chicken, toast the brioche. Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each brioche slice and toast in a pan until golden and crispy on both sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  5. Heat about a finger’s depth of oil in the same pan to 180°C / 356°F. Fry the breaded chicken fillets for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a wire rack to drain excess oil.
  6. Assemble the sandwiches. Spread the prepared slaw onto two slices of toasted brioche.
  7. Pour the passionfruit chutney into a shallow bowl. Dip the crispy fried chicken fillets in the chutney, coating both sides completely, then place them on top of the slaw. Finish with the second slice of brioche. Cut the sandwiches in half and enjoy!
  • Cook Time: 30 min

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Crispy Chicken with Peanut Coconut Sauce & Edamame Slaw

Crispy Chicken with Peanut Coconut Sauce & Edamame Slaw

Crispy Chicken with Peanut Coconut Sauce & Edamame Slaw

Crispy Chicken with Peanut Coconut Sauce & Edamame Slaw

September 12, 2024 by Kimberly

Crunchy, juicy chicken strips paired with a creamy, nutty peanut coconut sauce and a fresh, zesty edamame slaw. It’s comfort food with a twist – bold, fresh, and absolutely irresistible!

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TOTAL TIME

30 min

SERVES

3 bowls

DIET

omnivore

EVERY RECIPE DESERVES

A Little Love Letter

This dish is the perfect mix of comfort and fresh, bold flavors. Juicy chicken strips with a golden, crispy coating are served alongside a creamy, dreamy peanut coconut sauce that has just the right balance of nuttiness and sweetness. Paired with a zesty edamame slaw, this combo is perfect for when you want something that feels indulgent but light and fresh at the same time. It’s all about that crunch, that sauce, and that fresh bite!

These crispy chicken strips are best served hot and fresh out of the pan with the sauce on the side or drizzled on top – your call! The peanut coconut sauce adds that creamy richness, and the fresh edamame slaw balances everything with its light crunch. Perfect for a casual weeknight dinner, a weekend lunch, or even a fun appetizer for a gathering. Pair it with some steamed rice or fresh greens for an extra touch.

Store any leftover chicken and slaw separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 2 days. To keep the chicken crispy, reheat it in the oven instead of the microwave. The peanut coconut sauce can be kept for 3 days in the fridge.

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Crispy Chicken with Peanut Coconut Sauce & Edamame Slaw
Crispy Chicken with Peanut Coconut Sauce & Edamame Slaw

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Crispy Chicken with Peanut Coconut Sauce & Edamame Slaw

Crispy Chicken with Peanut Coconut Sauce & Edamame Slaw


  • Author: Kimberly
  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 3

Description

Recommended Equipment

  • sharp knife
  • cutting board
  • salad bowl
  • two small bowls
  • sieve
  • small pot with lid
  • three shallow bowls for breading
  • large pan

Ingredients

Units Scale
CRISPY CHICKEN
  • 400 grams chicken breast
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg
  • 4 tbsp panko
  • 4 tbsp bread crumbs
  • clarified butter for frying
PEANUT COCONUT SAUCE
  • 3 tbsp peanut butter
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • juice of 1/2 a lemon
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 piece of ginger as the same size as the garlic clove
  • 1 tsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp sweet & sour sauce
  • 100 milliliters coconut milk
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes
SLAW
  • 150 grams red cabbage
  • 150 grams white cabbage
  • 100 grams edamame
  • 1 spring onion
  • 2 tbsp cilantro
SLAW DRESSING
  • 1/2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/4 tsp ginger powder
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • juice of 1/2 a lemon

Instructions

  1. First, we’ll prepare the slaw. Slice the red and white cabbage into thin strips, wash them thoroughly, dry them, and put them in a salad bowl. Place the frozen edamame in a heatproof bowl and pour boiling water over them. Let them sit for 5 minutes. In the meantime, slice the spring onions into thin rings and pick the cilantro leaves off the stems, chopping them finely. Add both to the cabbage. Drain the edamame and add them to the slaw as well. Mix everything well and set it aside.
  2. Next, grab a small bowl to prepare the dressing for the salad. Mix rice vinegar, honey, soy sauce, lime juice, sesame seeds, garlic powder, and ginger powder. Don’t pour the dressing over the slaw just yet—set it aside for now.
  3. Now, let’s make the peanut coconut sauce. Peel and grate the garlic and ginger, then sauté them in some sesame oil in a small pot. Add the following ingredients: soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sweet & sour sauce, lime juice, fish sauce, chili, and coconut milk. Stir everything well. If the sauce is too thick, just thin it out with a little water. Keep it warm on very low heat with the lid on.
  4. Set up a breading station with flour, egg, and a mix of panko and breadcrumbs. Coat the chicken in flour, shake off the excess, then dip it in the egg, making sure it’s well-covered. Finally, press it into the panko and breadcrumb mixture, ensuring the breading sticks well on all sides. Fry the chicken in a large pan with a bit of clarified butter over medium heat until crispy and cooked through. Slice the chicken into strips.
  5. Pour the dressing over the slaw and mix everything well. Distribute the salad onto deep plates, then drizzle the peanut coconut sauce over it. Finally, place the crispy chicken strips on top of the sauce. Optionally, garnish with sesame seeds and spring onions.
  • Cook Time: 30 min

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Chicken Katsudon with Napa Cabbage

Chicken Katsudon with Napa Cabbage

Chicken Katsudon with Napa Cabbage

Chicken Katsudon with Napa Cabbage

August 27, 2024 by Kimberly

Savor a golden bite of crispy chicken wrapped in rich, savory sauces, fluffy rice and tender napa cabbage – this dish is a warm hug for your taste buds, perfect for a cozy night in and better than take out.

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TOTAL TIME

1 hr + 20 min

SERVES

4 bowls

DIET

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EVERY RECIPE DESERVES

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Get ready to dive into a bowl of pure comfort with this deliciously crispy chicken paired with rich, savory sauces and tender cabbage. This dish is like a cozy night in a bowl, combining the crunch of perfectly fried chicken with the deep, satisfying flavors of homemade, roasted sesame, tonkatsu and tsuyu sauces. Whether you’re new to Japanese cooking or a seasoned pro, this recipe will quickly become your go-to for a quick and comforting dinner idea that never disappoints.

Serve this flavorful chicken dish over a bed of steaming hot rice. Add a generous portion of tender cabbage on the side for a bit of freshness that perfectly balances the crispy, savory chicken. For an extra crunch, sprinkle some toasted sesame seeds and scallions on top. This dish is ideal for a cozy dinner at home, but it’s also a fantastic option for impressing guests with something both comforting and deliciously unique. For that extra fancy touch massage the napa cabbage with 1-2 tbsp of this Chinese Holy Trinity Oil.

If you have leftovers (which is rare because it’s so good!), store the chicken, cabbage and rice separately in airtight containers in the fridge. The chicken will stay crispy for up to two days, and you can reheat it in the oven to keep that satisfying crunch. The sauces can be stored in the fridge for up to a week, ready to drizzle over fresh rice or veggies whenever you crave a quick, tasty meal.

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Hi, I'm Kimberly.

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Kimberly the Zett Signature

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Chicken Katsudon with Napa Cabbage
Chicken Katsudon with Napa Cabbage
Chicken Katsudon with Napa Cabbage
Chicken Katsudon with Napa Cabbage

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Chicken Katsudon with Napa Cabbage

Chicken Katsudon with Napa Cabbage


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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Total Time: 80 min
  • Yield: 4

Description

Recommended Equipment

  • small pan
  • mortar & pestle
  • medium-sized bowl
  • two squeeze bottles
  • small pot
  • sharp knife
  • cutting board
  • hand blender
  • fine mesh strainer
  • plastic wrap
  • meat tenderizer
  • three shallow bowls for breading
  • medium-sized pot
  • large pan
  • paper towels
  • salad spinner

Ingredients

Units Scale
SESAME SAUCE
  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1.5 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp mirin
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp white sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1 garlic clove
TONKATSU SAUCE
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp white sugar
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 100 milliliter cold water
  • pinch of salt
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp Hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 4 dried plums
  • 1/4 of 1 apple
  • 1 tbsp mirin
  • 1 centimeter fresh ginger
  • 1 garlic cloves
CHICKEN SCHNITZEL
  • 400 grams chicken breast
  • 1-2 eggs
  • 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 8 tbsp bread crumbs
  • 8 tbsp panko
  • clarified butter for frying
RICE & CABBAGE TSUYU SAUCE
  • 6 tbsp soy sauce
  • 6 tbsp mirin
  • 1 tbsp white sugar
  • 1/2 tsp dashi powder
  • 6 tbsp water
  • 4 small yellow onions
TOPPING
  • green part of 2 scallions

Instructions

  1. Sesame Sauce: First, toast the white sesame seeds in a small pan until they turn golden brown, without adding any oil. Transfer the toasted sesame seeds to a mortar and grind them to a semi-coarse consistency. Then, place the sesame in a medium-sized bowl and mix it with tahini, rice vinegar, soy sauce, mirin, salt, mayonnaise, sesame oil, water, and a grated clove of garlic to create a creamy sauce. Pour the sauce into a squeeze bottle and refrigerate.
  2. Tonkatsu Sauce: In a small pot, mix together tomato paste, honey, sugar, apple cider vinegar, water, and salt, and gently heat the mixture. Meanwhile, cut the dried plums into small pieces and add them to the pot. Peel the apple, cut a quarter of it into small pieces, and add it to the pot along with the other ingredients. Peel the ginger and garlic clove, grate them into the pot, and stir well. Finally, add soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, and mirin. Heat the mixture for a few minutes and bring it to a brief boil until the sugar dissolves and the apple softens. If your sauce it still too thick, add gradually more water until it reaches your desired consistency. Use a hand blender to puree the sauce until smooth, and if needed, strain it through a fine mesh strainer. Pour the sauce into a squeeze bottle and refrigerate.
  3. Chicken Schnitzel: If you bought whole chicken breasts, cut them horizontally using a butterfly cut so that you end up with two teardrop-shaped pieces. Place each piece between two layers of plastic wrap and gently and evenly flatten them with a meat tenderizer. Repeat this process with each piece of chicken and set them aside on a plate. Prepare the breading station using three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, place the flour; in the second bowl, beat the eggs; and in the third bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with panko. Dredge each chicken piece in flour, making sure it’s fully coated, then shake off the excess and dip it in the beaten egg, coating both sides. Finally, press the chicken into the breadcrumb-panko mixture, ensuring it’s well-covered on all sides. Set the breaded chicken pieces aside on a plate.
  4. Rice: Cook the rice according to the package instructions. If you don’t have the instructions, rinse the rice in a medium-sized pot until the water runs clear. Drain the water, then add fresh water in a 1.5:1 ratio to the rice (so, for this recipe, use 420g of water for 280g of rice after rinsing). Place the pot on the stove over high heat and cover with a lid. Once the water comes to a boil, reduce the heat to the lowest setting. Let the rice cook with the lid on for about 15 minutes. The rice is done when you see small, even holes forming between the grains. Leave the pot on the turned-off stove with the lid on.
  5. While the rice is cooking, heat a large pan for the schnitzel. Add clarified butter or another high-heat oil to the pan and fry the chicken on both sides over medium heat until golden brown. Place the fried schnitzel on paper towels to drain.
  6. While the chicken is frying, slice the onions for the Tsuyu sauce. Halve the onions and then cut them into thin strips.
  7. Napa Cabbage: While the chicken is frying, quarter the napa cabbage and slice two quarters into thin strips. Wash them under cold water and spin them dry. Set the cabbage aside. If you’d like to add a special touch, you can drizzle 1-2 tablespoons of my Chinese Holy Trinity Oil over the cabbage and massage it in.
  8. Tsuyu Sauce: Once the chicken is done frying, remove the remaining fat from the pan and place it back on the stove. Add soy sauce, mirin, sugar, dashi powder, and water to the pan and bring it to a quick boil. Then, add the onions and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the onions are soft but still slightly firm.
  9. Once the Tsuyu sauce is ready, you can start plating. Take four bowls. First, add the rice, then drizzle 1-2 tablespoons of Tsuyu sauce and some onions over the rice. Next, add a handful of napa cabbage on top, and drizzle the sesame sauce over it in a zigzag pattern. Slice the schnitzel into thin strips and place it on top of the cabbage. Finally, drizzle the remaining Tsuyu sauce and onions over the chicken, and finish with a zigzag of Tonkatsu sauce. Optional: garnish with fresh scallions.
  • Cook Time: 80 min

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