South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches
Experience the vibrant flavors of the South with these delectable South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches. Featuring crispy fried chicken marinated in buttermilk and coated in seasoned flour, these sandwiches are topped with crunchy coleslaw and served on soft buns. Perfect for backyard barbecues or cozy dinners, each bite takes you on a flavorful journey through Southern cuisine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 4 sandwich buns
- 1 cup coleslaw (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken thighs with buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- 2. Prepare the Breading: Mix flour, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
- 3. Dredge the Chicken: Remove chicken from the marinade, letting excess buttermilk drip off. Coat each piece in the flour mixture until fully covered.
- 4. Fry the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat (350°F). Fry chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- 5. Assemble Your Sandwiches: Drain excess oil from chicken on paper towels. Toast buns if desired, then place fried chicken on each bun and top with coleslaw.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg