Description
These South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches are the ultimate Southern diner-style comfort food. Crispy chicken tenders, smoky bacon, melted cheese, and tangy honey mustard are layered inside a buttery toasted hot dog bun — creating the perfect balance of crunch, creaminess, and sweet-savory flavor. A quick, family-friendly meal ready in 20 minutes!
Ingredients
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For the Sandwiches
- 4 hot dog buns (buttered and toasted)
- 4 crispy chicken tenders (homemade or store-bought)
- 8 bacon strips, cooked until crisp
- 4 slices of cheddar or Swiss cheese
- Honey mustard sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Optional Add-ons
- Lettuce or spinach for freshness
- Pickles or jalapeños for tang and spice
- Tomato slices for a diner-style twist
Instructions
- Cook the Bacon and Chicken: In a skillet, cook the bacon until crisp and set aside. Bake or air fry chicken tenders until golden and crispy.
- Toast the Buns: Butter hot dog buns and toast them lightly in a skillet or oven until golden brown.
- Assemble the Bird Dogs: Place a slice of cheese inside each toasted bun, add one chicken tender, top with two strips of bacon, and drizzle generously with honey mustard.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with fries, coleslaw, or potato salad for the full Southern diner experience.
Notes
- Toast buns to prevent sogginess.
- Add sauce right before serving for best texture.
- Try grilled chicken for a lighter version.
- Use turkey bacon and low-fat cheese for a healthier twist.
- Perfect for parties — make mini Bird Dogs with slider buns!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sandwiches, Southern Recipes, Comfort Food
- Method: Toasting, Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Bird Dog Sandwich, South Carolina Bird Dog, Southern Chicken Sandwich, Honey Mustard Chicken Sandwich, Bacon Cheese Chicken Sandwich, Southern Recipes, Easy Dinner Ideas, Comfort Food Sandwich