Description

This Alabama BBQ Chicken Chopped Sandwich is a delicious twist on classic barbecue, featuring crispy fried chicken tenders chopped and tossed with a tangy, creamy Alabama white BBQ sauce, served on toasted hoagie rolls with fresh lettuce, pickles, and red onions. Perfect for a hearty lunch or casual dinner, this sandwich combines creamy, tangy, and spicy flavors with satisfying textures.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken and Sandwich

6–8 crispy fried chicken tenders
3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1/2 cup dill pickles (plus a few splashes of brine)
1/4 cup red onion (sliced)
4 hoagie rolls (preferably sesame seeded soft hoagies)
4 tablespoons butter (for toasting rolls)

Alabama White BBQ Sauce

1 ¼ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons creamy horseradish
2 teaspoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons hot sauce
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste (about ½ teaspoon each)

Instructions

Prepare the Alabama White BBQ Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, creamy horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and well blended. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Reheat Chicken Tenders: Warm the crispy fried chicken tenders by placing them in an air fryer for a few minutes. This reheats them while maintaining or restoring their crispiness.
Toast Hoagie Rolls: Split the hoagie rolls and toast them in butter, either in a skillet over medium heat or under a broiler, until they are golden and lightly crisp. Set aside once toasted.
Assemble the Chopped Mixture: On a large cutting board, spread a bed of chopped romaine lettuce. Top with dill pickles, red onions, and the warm chicken tenders.
Chop Ingredients: Chop the lettuce, pickles, onions, and chicken together until the mixture resembles a chopped salad. Aim for a combination of smaller bits and some larger pieces to retain texture.
Add Sauce: Drizzle the prepared Alabama white BBQ sauce over the chopped mixture. Chop and fold the mixture a few more times until everything is coated evenly and creamy.
Assemble Sandwiches: Generously pile the chopped chicken mixture into the toasted hoagie rolls. Add another drizzle of the white BBQ sauce on top for extra flavor.
Serve: Serve the sandwiches immediately while warm and crispy for the best taste and texture experience.

Notes

You can adjust the cayenne pepper to control the spiciness of the sauce.
If you prefer, substitute the crispy fried chicken tenders with grilled or baked chicken tenders.
To add extra crunch, consider adding sliced celery or shredded carrots to the chopped mixture.
The sandwich is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored wrapped in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
For a lower fat option, use a light mayonnaise or Greek yogurt in the sauce.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Sandwiches
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: Southern American

Keywords: Alabama BBQ chicken, chopped chicken sandwich, white BBQ sauce, fried chicken sandwich, Southern BBQ sandwich, hoagie sandwich