The chicken banh mi uses sliced or shredded chicken seasoned with Vietnamese spices, layered into a baguette with the standard mix of pickled vegetables, cucumber, and herbs.[7] Compared with the pork version, this sandwich emphasizes a lighter, cleaner flavor while still retaining the crunch and tang that define the style. The bread remains crisp on the outside and soft inside, making the sandwich easy to eat even when packed with filling.