Description
South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches are a flavorful and easy-to-make sandwich featuring shredded chicken or turkey mixed with a tangy, creamy dressing of mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, celery, and green onions. Served on hoagie rolls or soft buns, these sandwiches offer a spicy, crunchy, and savory experience perfect for a quick lunch or casual gathering.
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken or turkey
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sandwich
- Hoagie rolls or soft sandwich buns
- Leafy greens (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Shred and season the chicken: Shred the cooked chicken or turkey finely and season with salt and pepper to your taste to prepare the base of the sandwich filling.
- Make the dressing: In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, finely chopped celery, and sliced green onions. Mix these ingredients thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well-blended.
- Combine chicken with dressing: Add the shredded seasoned chicken into the dressing mixture, stirring gently to coat all the chicken evenly. Adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper as needed.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Spoon a generous amount of the chicken mixture onto hoagie rolls or soft sandwich buns. Add leafy greens on top if desired for freshness and texture.
- Serve or store: Serve the sandwiches immediately for the best texture and flavor. Alternatively, store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep fresh for later consumption.
Notes
- Use leftover roasted or boiled chicken or turkey to save time.
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce based on your preferred spice level.
- For extra crunch, add chopped pickles or use toasted buns.
- Leafy greens like lettuce or spinach add freshness but are optional.
- This sandwich filling works well as a dip or scoop for crackers if desired.
