Description
Savory bird dog sandwich combines classic deli flavors with southern comfort. Crisp chicken nestled between buttery toasted bread delivers a mouthwatering blend of textures that satisfies hearty appetites.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 500 g (1 lb) chicken tenders
- 8 crispy chicken tenders (homemade or store-bought)
- 4 slices cooked bacon (optional)
Cheese and Bread:
- 4 hoagie rolls or hot dog buns
- 4 slices cheddar or American cheese
Coating and Seasoning:
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Toppings and Sauce:
- ½ cup honey mustard sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup shredded lettuce (optional)
- ¼ cup diced tomatoes (optional)
Cooking Ingredient:
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare crispy protein by either selecting pre-made chicken tenders or crafting homemade versions through baking, air frying, or deep frying until achieving a golden, crunchy exterior.
- Create a toasty foundation by preheating the oven to 350F (175C), delicately brushing hoagie rolls’ interior with melted butter, and gently toasting for 5-7 minutes until edges transform to a light golden hue.
- Craft the sandwich’s flavor profile by generously spreading honey mustard across both interior surfaces of the warmed rolls, establishing a tangy base.
- Layer the sandwich with precision: position 2-3 chicken tenders within the roll’s embrace, then strategically arrange crispy bacon strips and a single cheese slice atop the tender protein.
- Enhance the sandwich’s texture and meltiness by returning the assembled creation to the oven for 3-5 minutes, allowing the cheese to transform into a bubbling, glistening layer.
- Personalize the sandwich with optional fresh embellishments like crisp shredded lettuce, vibrant diced tomatoes, or zesty pickles.
- Complete the culinary experience by drizzling additional honey mustard sauce and serving the sandwich while warmth and crispness are at their peak.
Notes
- Choose chicken tenders with consistent thickness to ensure even cooking and crispy texture throughout the sandwich.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like pepper jack or smoked gouda for unique flavor profiles that complement the chicken and bacon.
- Customize the sandwich for dietary needs by using gluten-free rolls, turkey bacon for lower fat content, or plant-based chicken alternatives for vegetarian options.
- Toast rolls briefly to maintain a delicate crunch without becoming too hard, preventing potential difficulty when biting into the sandwich.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 1300 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg