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South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches

Mouthwatering South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches to Savor

Enjoy the flavorful South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches filled with crispy chicken tenders, zesty mustard BBQ sauce, and fresh toppings. Perfect for any gathering!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders Choose grilled, fried, or baked for desired crunch.
For the Rolls
  • 4 pieces Hoagie Rolls or Soft Sandwich Buns Opt for soft buns.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Tangy South Carolina Mustard-Based BBQ Sauce Substitute with regular BBQ sauce for a milder flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt is a lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Swap for regular mustard if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup works in a pinch.
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pickles Choose Bread and Butter or Dill based on preference.
  • 1 small Red Onion Thinly sliced.
  • 1 cup Shredded Lettuce or Coleslaw Arugula can be substituted for a peppery twist.
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • optional Hot Sauce For extra heat.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season chicken tenders with salt and pepper. Grill for 5-7 minutes per side, bake at 400°F for 20 minutes, or fry until golden, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  2. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Brush hoagie rolls with butter and toast in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Spread honey mustard sauce on the bottom half of each roll. Add chicken tenders and drizzle with the mustard-based BBQ sauce.
  5. Top with shredded lettuce, red onion, and pickles. Optionally add hot sauce.
  6. Close the sandwiches with the top halves of the rolls and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Consider marinating the chicken in BBQ sauce for enhanced flavor. Store components separately to avoid soggy rolls.

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