Description
Craving a Southern-inspired sandwich with bold, savory flavors? These South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches are packed with juicy chicken tenders, creamy honey mustard sauce, crunchy pickles, and a tangy mustard-based BBQ drizzle—all wrapped in a toasty hoagie roll. Perfect for game days, busy nights, or any time you want comfort food with a Southern twist.
Ingredients
4 chicken tenders (grilled, fried, or baked)
4 hoagie rolls or soft sandwich buns
½ cup tangy South Carolina mustard-based BBQ sauce
¼ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
¼ cup chopped pickles (bread and butter or dill)
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup shredded lettuce or coleslaw
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: Hot sauce for an extra kick
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken tenders with salt and pepper. Grill, bake, or fry the chicken tenders until golden and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes per side. Set aside.
Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
Toast the Rolls: Lightly toast the hoagie rolls in a skillet or oven for 2-3 minutes, until the edges are crispy.
Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread a generous amount of honey mustard sauce on the bottom of each toasted hoagie roll. Place a cooked chicken tender on top, then drizzle with South Carolina mustard BBQ sauce.
Add Toppings: Layer on lettuce or coleslaw, red onions, and chopped pickles. Add hot sauce if desired for an extra kick.
Serve: Top with the other half of the roll and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
Chicken Options: You can use rotisserie chicken or frozen tenders for a quicker version of this recipe.
Pickle Choices: Bread and butter pickles add a touch of sweetness, while dill pickles offer a classic tangy flavor.
Customization: Swap the lettuce for coleslaw for added crunch and flavor.
Spicy Kick: Add hot sauce to customize the heat level to your liking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main course
- Cuisine: American
