Unleashing Chicken Magic in South Carolina’s Bird Dog Sandwiches
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Learn how to make delicious South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches Chicken Magic. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
8 slices of bacon
4 hoagie rolls or brioche buns
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup honey mustard sauce
Vegetable oil for frying
Optional: pickles and lettuce for serving
Instructions
Begin by marinating the chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes. This step, a nod to my grandmother’s tenderizing techniques, ensures your chicken stays juicy and flavorful.
In a shallow dish, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Dredge each marinated chicken breast in the flour mixture, ensuring it’s well-coated.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully fry the chicken breasts until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
While the chicken is frying, cook the bacon in a separate pan until crispy. Set aside on paper towels to drain.
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Place the hoagie rolls or brioche buns on a baking sheet, cut side up. Toast them in the oven for about 5 minutes until lightly crispy.
Assemble the sandwiches by placing a fried chicken breast on the bottom half of each bun. Top with two slices of bacon, a generous sprinkle of cheddar cheese, and a drizzle of honey mustard sauce.
Optionally, add pickles and lettuce for extra crunch and freshness. Place the top half of the bun over the fillings, pressing down gently to secure everything in place.
