South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches
South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches are a delightful Southern classic that brings together crispy fried chicken, zesty coleslaw, and tangy dill pickles, all nestled in a soft bun. Perfect for gatherings or casual meals, these sandwiches promise to satisfy your cravings with their hearty flavors and textures. Enjoy a taste of the South with each delicious bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tbsp hot sauce
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 4 hamburger buns
- 2 cups coleslaw mix (store-bought)
- ½ cup dill pickles, sliced
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken thighs in buttermilk and hot sauce for at least one hour or overnight.
- In a bowl, mix cornmeal, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Coat each chicken piece in the cornmeal mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat (about 350°F). Fry chicken for approximately five minutes per side until golden brown.
- Assemble the sandwich by placing fried chicken on a bun and topping it with coleslaw and dill pickles.
- Serve immediately while warm, optionally with fries or chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg