Irresistibly Juicy South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches You’ll Love Recipe
Enjoy these irresistibly juicy South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches featuring tender grilled chicken tenders smothered in a tangy honey mustard and South Carolina mustard BBQ sauce, layered with fresh pickles, shredded lettuce, and red onions on toasted hoagie rolls. Perfect for a flavorful, satisfying sandwich experience that’s easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 1 pound chicken tenders (can be grilled, fried, or baked; rotisserie or frozen tenders are a quick substitute)
For the Sauce
- ½ cup South Carolina mustard BBQ sauce
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Sandwich Assembly
- 4 pieces hoagie rolls (soft, pillowy bread; sandwich buns can be used as an alternative)
- ¼ cup pickles, chopped (bread and butter for sweetness or dill for a classic taste)
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup shredded lettuce or coleslaw (feel free to substitute for added flavor)
- Hot sauce (optional for added heat)
Instructions
- Season and cook chicken: Season your raw chicken tenders generously with salt and pepper. Cook them by grilling, baking, or frying for about 5–7 minutes per side, ensuring they’re golden brown and fully cooked.
- Prepare the sauce: In a medium bowl, blend mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper together. Stir until you achieve a smooth, creamy sauce.
- Toast the rolls: Lightly toast your hoagie rolls in an oven or skillet for 2–3 minutes until the edges turn crispy and golden.
- Assemble the sandwich: Spread a generous layer of honey mustard sauce on the bottom of each toasted roll. Place a cooked chicken tender on top, followed by a drizzle of mustard BBQ sauce.
- Add toppings: Add shredded lettuce or coleslaw, then top with red onion slices and chopped pickles. If desired, add hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Serve: Cap off with the top half of the roll and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Assemble sandwiches just before serving to keep rolls crispy and avoid sogginess.
Keywords: South Carolina Bird Dog, chicken sandwich, mustard BBQ sauce, grilled chicken, hoagie rolls, Southern sandwich
