Alabama BBQ Chicken Chopped Sandwich
Experience the delightful fusion of flavors with our Alabama BBQ Chicken Chopped Sandwich Recipe. This culinary gem showcases crispy fried chicken tenderly mingled with fresh romaine lettuce, crunchy dill pickles, and zesty red onions, all drizzled in a creamy Alabama white BBQ sauce. Perfect for summer cookouts or cozy weeknight dinners, this sandwich is not just a meal; it’s an experience that will leave everyone craving more. With easy-to-follow instructions and customizable options, you can make this dish your own while impressing family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 crispy fried chicken tenders
- 3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1/2 cup dill pickles (plus brine)
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 4 hoagie rolls (preferably soft sesame)
- 4 tablespoons butter (for toasting)
- 1 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons creamy horseradish
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or less)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Whisk together all Alabama white BBQ sauce ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
- Warm crispy chicken tenders in a skillet until hot.
- Toast hoagie rolls with butter on the insides until golden brown.
- Chop romaine lettuce, dill pickles, red onion, and warm chicken together.
- Drizzle sauce over the mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Generously fill each hoagie roll with the mixture.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1120mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg