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South Carolina Bird Dog Recipe

South Carolina Bird Dog Recipe
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5 from 18 reviews

The South Carolina Bird Dog is a flavorful chicken sandwich featuring tender grilled or fried chicken tenders, topped with tangy South Carolina mustard-based BBQ sauce, a creamy honey mustard mayo, fresh pickles, red onions, and crisp lettuce or coleslaw, all served on toasted hoagie rolls for the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 chicken tenders (grilled, fried, or baked)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Other Ingredients

  • 4 hoagie rolls or soft sandwich buns
  • 1/2 cup tangy South Carolina mustard-based BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup chopped pickles (bread and butter or dill)
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded lettuce or coleslaw
  • Optional: Hot sauce for an extra kick

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season raw chicken tenders with salt and pepper. Grill, bake, or fry until golden and fully cooked, which typically takes about 5 to 7 minutes per side depending on the cooking method. Set aside once cooked.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, and add salt and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  3. Toast the Rolls: Lightly toast the hoagie rolls in a skillet or oven for 2 to 3 minutes until the edges become crispy and golden brown, enhancing texture and flavor.
  4. 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 tangy South Carolina mustard BBQ sauce evenly.
  5. Add Toppings: Layer each sandwich with shredded lettuce or coleslaw, thinly sliced red onions, and chopped pickles for crunch and acidity. Add hot sauce as desired to introduce some heat.
  6. Serve: Finally, place the top half of the bun over the sandwich and serve immediately while warm to enjoy the full range of flavors and textures.

Notes

  • Use fresh chicken tenders for the best texture; if using frozen, thaw completely before cooking.
  • The tangy South Carolina mustard BBQ sauce is key to this recipe’s authentic flavor; use a high-quality or homemade version.
  • Substitute coleslaw for lettuce for a creamier texture and added crunch.
  • Adjust the quantity of hot sauce based on your heat preference.
  • To make the sandwich gluten-free, replace hoagie rolls with gluten-free buns.

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Keywords: South Carolina Bird Dog, chicken sandwich, mustard BBQ sauce, hoagie rolls, honey mustard sauce, grilled chicken sandwich, Southern BBQ

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