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Irresistibly Juicy South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches You’ll Love Recipe

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Enjoy the irresistible juiciness of South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches, featuring perfectly cooked chicken tenders layered with a tangy honey mustard sauce, South Carolina mustard BBQ sauce, fresh pickles, red onions, and crisp lettuce on soft hoagie rolls. This sandwich offers a delightful blend of smoky, sweet, and savory flavors perfect for a satisfying meal any time.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders (Can be grilled, fried, or baked; rotisserie or frozen tenders are a quick substitute.)

Sauces

  • 1/2 cup South Carolina Mustard BBQ Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Honey

Seasonings

  • Salt and Pepper (To taste)

Bread & Toppings

  • 4 pieces Hoagie Rolls (Soft, pillowy bread; sandwich buns can be used as an alternative.)
  • 1/4 cup Pickles (Chopped; use bread and butter for sweetness or dill for a classic taste.)
  • 1 small Red Onion (Thinly sliced)
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Lettuce or Coleslaw (Feel free to substitute for added flavor.)
  • Hot Sauce (Optional for added heat.)

Instructions

  1. Preparation. Gather all ingredients and prepare your workspace by washing vegetables and slicing the red onion thinly and chopping pickles.
  2. Cook the Chicken Tenders. Season the raw chicken tenders generously with salt and pepper. Cook by grilling, baking, or frying for about 5–7 minutes per side until they are golden brown and fully cooked through.
  3. Make the Honey Mustard Sauce. In a medium bowl, blend the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper together. Stir until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  4. Toast the Rolls. Lightly toast the hoagie rolls in an oven or skillet for 2–3 minutes, until the edges are crispy and golden to enhance texture and flavor.
  5. Assemble the Sandwich. Spread a generous layer of the honey mustard sauce on the bottom half of each toasted roll. Place a cooked chicken tender on top, then drizzle with South Carolina mustard BBQ sauce.
  6. Add Toppings. Layer shredded lettuce or coleslaw over the chicken, followed by thinly sliced red onions and chopped pickles. Add hot sauce if you like extra heat.
  7. Finish and Serve. Place the top half of the roll on the sandwich and serve immediately while still warm for the best taste experience.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken tenders with rotisserie or frozen tenders for quicker preparation.
  • Choose bread and butter pickles for sweetness or dill pickles for a classic tangy flavor.
  • Adjust hot sauce to your spice preference or omit for a milder sandwich.
  • Toasting the bread adds a delightful crunch and prevents sogginess from the sauces.
  • Feel free to swap coleslaw with shredded lettuce to vary the crunch and flavor profile.

Keywords: South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwich, Chicken Tenders Sandwich, Mustard BBQ Chicken Sandwich, Honey Mustard Sauce, Southern Sandwich Recipe

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