Description
Bird Dog Sandwiches are a tasty and easy-to-make American main course featuring crispy chicken tenders, smoky bacon, and melted cheddar cheese nestled inside toasted hoagie buns. Drizzled with honey mustard for a perfect balance of savory and sweet, these sandwiches are ideal for quick dinners, game day snacks, or family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 hoagie or hot dog buns
- 4 crispy chicken tenders (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 slices cooked bacon
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup honey mustard or Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for toasting buns)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the sandwiches.
- Optional toasting: Lightly butter the buns if desired, then toast them in a skillet or in the oven until they are golden brown for added flavor and texture.
- Assemble sandwiches: Place one cooked chicken tender inside each bun, then top with a slice of cooked bacon and sprinkle evenly with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake the sandwiches: Arrange the assembled sandwiches on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the cheese is thoroughly melted and the sandwich is heated through.
- Finish and serve: Remove the sandwiches from the oven and drizzle the honey mustard over the top. Serve immediately, paired with chips, fries, or coleslaw for a complete meal.
Notes
- You can customize the sandwich by adding pickles, lettuce, or sliced tomatoes for extra freshness and crunch.
- For a spicy variation, swap the cheddar cheese with pepper jack cheese or add hot sauce to the honey mustard.
- These sandwiches are great for game day, quick weeknight dinners, or kid-friendly meals.
