Copycat Subway Sweet Onion Chicken Teriyaki recipe
Ingredients
- ¾ csugar
- ½ ccold water
- 6 tbspwhite vinegar
- 1 ½ tbspred wine vinegar
- 1 ½ tbspdijon mustard
- ¾ tspfresh onion juice
- 1 tbspcornstarch
- 1 tbspdried minced onion
- 1 tspmustard powder
- ¾ tspcelery salt
- ¾ tsppoppy seed
- ½ tsponion powder
- ½ tspgarlic salt
- ¼ tsppaprika
- ¼ tspground black pepper
- 1 dropssesame oil
- 1 lbboneless
skinless chicken breast
- 4wraps
- 8slices tomato
- 1 cbaby leaf spinach
- 1green bell pepper
sliced into thin strips
Directions
- 1
In a small saucepan, whisk together sugar, water, white vinegar, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, onion juice, cornstarch, dried minced onion, mustard powder, celery salt, poppy seed, onion powder, garlic salt, paprika, ground black pepper, and sesame oil.
- 2
Stir the sauce occasionally while bringing it to medium-high heat. Stir constantly once a boil is reached. Then reduce heat to low and simmer until the sauce is thickened and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 3
Grill or pan-sear the chicken breasts over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side or until an internal temperature of 165° F is reached. Season both sides with salt and pepper if desired.
- 4
Remove the chicken from heat and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
- 5
Once rested, slice chicken into bite-size strips and transfer it into a small or medium bowl.
- 6
Add the sauce to the chicken pieces and stir to combine, then portion in a strip down the center of your wraps. Top with baby leaf spinach, tomato slices, green bell pepper slices, and any other toppings you desire.
- 7
Fold the wrap sides in on the ends of your filling, then tuck your first end in and roll tightly. Slice in half to serve.
Copycat Subway Sweet Onion Chicken Teriyaki recipe
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About this Recipe
Craving the iconic flavor of a Subway Sweet Onion Chicken Teriyaki wrap but want to skip the line? Now you can recreate that beloved taste right in your own kitchen with this easy copycat recipe.
What makes this Copycat Subway Sweet Onion Chicken Teriyaki recipe truly shine is the homemade sweet onion sauce, crafted with a unique blend of vinegars, Dijon mustard, and a symphony of spices including poppy seed, celery salt, and fresh onion juice. This intricate sauce perfectly replicates the signature sweet and tangy glaze, ensuring an authentic taste experience with tender chicken and crisp vegetables, all assembled quickly for a satisfying lunch that rivals your favorite takeout.
Prepare your taste buds for a symphony of flavors and textures in every bite. The tender chicken breast, generously coated in the rich, vibrant sweet onion sauce, offers a captivating balance of savory, sweet, and tangy notes. This delicious protein is perfectly complemented by the refreshing crunch of thinly sliced green bell pepper and the earthy softness of baby leaf spinach, all embraced by a soft, pliable wrap. It’s a remarkably flavorful and fulfilling lunch that tastes like a treat but is easy to prepare at home, delivering that beloved Subway experience whenever the craving strikes.
While chicken breast is featured here, you could easily swap it for chicken thighs or even a plant-based alternative like seitan or firm tofu for a vegetarian option. Feel free to add extra greens like shredded lettuce or different bell pepper colors to customize your chicken teriyaki wrap to your liking. Any large tortilla or flatbread can be used if wraps aren't available.
Perfect for a quick weekday lunch or a casual weekend meal, this wrap is a standalone delight. Serve it fresh for the best experience.