Soul-Warming Bird Dog Sandwich Recipe for Comfort Lovers - The Pass and Provisions

Ingredients

• 500 g (1 lb) chicken tenders
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Vegetable oil for frying
• 4 hoagie rolls or hot dog buns
• 8 crispy chicken tenders (homemade or store-bought)
• 4 slices cheddar or American cheese
• 4 slices cooked bacon (optional)
• ½ cup honey mustard sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• ½ cup shredded lettuce (optional)
• ¼ cup diced tomatoes (optional)