South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches Recipe
A flavorful South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwich featuring juicy grilled chicken tenders, tangy South Carolina mustard-based BBQ sauce, and a honey mustard spread, all layered with pickles, red onions, and crisp lettuce on toasted hoagie rolls. Perfect for a quick yet delicious Southern-style meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients
Sandwich Ingredients
- 4 chicken tenders (grilled, fried, or baked)
- 4 hoagie rolls or soft sandwich buns
- 1/4 cup chopped pickles (bread and butter or dill)
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded lettuce or coleslaw
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Hot sauce for an extra kick
Sauces
- 1/2 cup tangy South Carolina mustard-based BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season raw chicken tenders with salt and pepper. Grill, bake, or fry the tenders until golden brown and fully cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes per side depending on the method used. Remove from heat and set aside to rest.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and well blended to create a honey mustard sauce.
- Toast the Rolls: Lightly toast the hoagie rolls in a skillet or oven for 2 to 3 minutes, just until the edges become crispy and slightly golden.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread a generous amount of the honey mustard sauce on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place one cooked chicken tender on top, then drizzle with the South Carolina mustard-based BBQ sauce.
- Add Toppings: Layer shredded lettuce or coleslaw over the chicken, followed by thinly sliced red onions and chopped pickles. Add hot sauce if you prefer extra heat.
- Serve: Place the top half of the roll on the sandwich and serve immediately while warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can grill, bake, or fry the chicken tenders according to your preference or available equipment.
- The South Carolina mustard-based BBQ sauce provides a tangy and unique flavor essential to this sandwich style.
- To add crunch and freshness, coleslaw is a great alternative to shredded lettuce.
- Adjust the level of hot sauce to suit your spice tolerance or omit it altogether for a milder sandwich.
- Toasting the rolls enhances flavor and prevents the bread from becoming soggy once the sauces are added.
