Ingredients
Method
💠1-Preparation Method: The Dough ( Chicken Sandwich Recipe )
- First, start by preparing the dough as it needs time to rise
- Step 1: The Sponge (First Rise) In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 glass of all-purpose white flour, 1 tbsp of instant yeast, 1 tbsp of sugar, and 1 glass of warm water.
- Mix everything well with a spoon, cover the bowl, and let it rest and ferment for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: The Secret Activation While the mixture is resting, combine 1 tbsp of baking powder with 1 tbsp of vinegar in a small bowl. Let them react and fizz together.
- Step 3: Mixing the Dough After the 15-minute rest, add the 1 glass of Fino flour, the baking powder and vinegar mixture, 1 container of plain unsweetened yogurt, and 60ml (or 1/4 glass) of oil to the fermented base.
- Next, add 3 glasses of all-purpose white flour, 2 glasses of warm water, and 1 tsp of salt. Mix the ingredients together.
- Start kneading by hand, then gradually add 2 more glasses of white flour while continuing to knead.
- Add the final glass of flour bit by bit, depending on your flour’s absorption capacity. The dough should be cohesive, soft, and slightly sticky to the hands.
- 📌 Note: Flour types vary in how quickly they absorb liquids. You may need to add or subtract about half a glass of flour depending on the texture of your dough
- Step 4: The Main Rise Grease the dough with a little oil, cover it tightly with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place (preferably near the oven).
- Winter Tip: If the weather is cold, preheat your oven for a few minutes, turn it off, and place the covered dough inside to rise.
- Step 5: Shaping the Baguettes Once the dough has doubled in size, dust it with a little flour and gently punch it down to release the air.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured work surface and divide it into about 10 equal balls (around 150g each) for a filling, satisfying sandwich size.
- (If you prefer smaller sandwiches, you can weigh them at 100g each, which will yield more dough balls).
- Dust your work surface with flour again, roll each ball into a long baguette shape, and flatten it slightly with your hand.
- Step 6: The Smart Baking Technique Line your baking tray with parchment paper and place the first baguette dough.
- Fold the parchment paper upward to create a divider or a "wall" between each baguette, acting like a mold. Place the next dough piece right against it and repeat the fold
- (This clever method keeps the baguettes uniform, preventing them from spreading out, and ensures they bake into a beautiful shape).
- Alternatively, you can use a professional baguette baking pan to save time.
- Let the shaped baguettes rise for another 20 to 30 minutes.
- Step 7: Baking and Finishing Preheat your oven to 150°C Brush the top of the risen baguettes with a mixture of egg and milk.
- Sprinkle your choice of herbs or aromatics on top.
- Bake at 180°C with both the top and bottom heating elements turned on. If your oven has a fan, turn it on as well.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- The Ultimate Softness Trick: As soon as the bread comes out of the oven, cover it immediately with a damp cloth (spritzed with a little water).
- This creates a humid environment that locks in moisture and keeps the bread incredibly soft.
💠2-How to Store the Bread ( Chicken Sandwich Recipe )
- Cooling down: Let the bread cool down completely for about 3 hours after baking.
- Freezing: Once fully cooled, place the baguettes into freezer-safe bags. This ensures the bread stays fresh and doesn't absorb any other odors from the freezer.
- Shelf life: Store it in the freezer; it will remain in perfect condition for 1 to 2 months.
- Thawing & Serving: When ready to use, simply take it out the night before or 3 hours prior to serving to let it thaw at room temperature. Alternatively
- you can use the microwave to warm it up quickly. After that, just split it open and stuff it with your favorite filling!
💠3-Preparation Method: The Chicken Filling & Assembly
- Step 1: Sautéing the Vegetables In a skillet, heat 2 tbsp of oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and green bell pepper slices. Cover the skillet and let them cook for about 5 minutes until they soften and become tender.
- Step 2: Cooking the Chicken Add the chicken breast slices (cut into small strips) into the skillet with the vegetables.
- Season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Cook for 15 minutes, stirring continuously, until the chicken is fully cooked through and juicy.
- Step 3: Creating the Cheesy Cream Sauce Pour in 100ml of cooking cream and add 50g of grated cheese (you can use Edam cheese, or a Cheddar-flavored Mozzarella blend).
- Stir everything together and let it simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens, and the cheese is beautifully melted and bubbly.
- Step 4: Assembling the Sandwich While the filling rests, wash the lettuce thoroughly and slice the tomatoes into rounds.
- Slice your freshly baked sandwich bread open. Layer the bottom with a little lettuce, follow with the tomato slices,
- and then generously scoop the creamy chicken filling on top
- Serve warm alongside your favorite refreshing beverage and some crispy fries.
- Bon appétit! ( Chicken Sandwich Recipe )
