Description
South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches are a beloved Southern American favorite featuring crispy chicken tenders nestled in hoagie rolls, topped with bacon, melted cheddar cheese, and honey mustard sauce. This hearty and flavorful sandwich is perfect for casual dining or game day, with optional fresh toppings for added crunch and zest.
Ingredients
Scale
Sandwiches
- 4 hoagie rolls or sub buns
- 4 crispy chicken tenders (homemade or store-bought)
- 4 slices cooked bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup honey mustard sauce
- Optional: shredded lettuce or sliced pickles for topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for melting the cheese and warming the rolls.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Place the hoagie rolls on a baking sheet and open them slightly. Lay one crispy chicken tender inside each roll, then top each with a slice of cooked bacon and a generous sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake: Bake the assembled sandwiches in the preheated oven for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the rolls are warmed through.
- Add Honey Mustard: Remove the sandwiches from the oven and drizzle honey mustard sauce evenly over each sandwich.
- Optional Toppings and Serve: Add shredded lettuce or sliced pickles as desired. Serve the sandwiches hot for the best flavor.
Notes
- Bird Dog sandwiches are a South Carolina favorite, often served at ball games and casual diners.
- For a lighter version, swap crispy chicken tenders with grilled chicken.
- Spice things up by substituting cheddar cheese with pepper jack cheese.
