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Alabama BBQ Chicken Chopped Sandwich Recipe
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Alabama BBQ Chicken Chopped Sandwich

A tangy Southern US sandwich featuring crisp fried chicken tossed in buttermilk-based white BBQ sauce, romaine lettuce, pickles, and toasted hoagie rolls. Combines bold flavors with a satisfying crunch for a quick and customizable meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Southern US
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Crispy fried chicken, 1 lb (tenders, homemade or store-bought)
  • Romaine lettuce, 2 cups (iceberg acceptable if unavailable)
  • Dill pickles, 1 cup (sweet pickles for milder flavor)
  • Red onion, 1 medium (green onions optional for milder taste)
  • Alabama white BBQ sauce, 1 cup
  • Hoagie rolls, 4 pieces (whole wheat or gluten-free adapter)
  • Butter, 1 tbsp (non-dairy substitute if needed for toasting)

Method
 

  1. Whisk 1 cup Alabama white BBQ sauce until smooth in a medium bowl
  2. Set aside for 5 minutes
  3. Warm chicken in air fryer at 375°F for 4-5 minutes or oven at 400°F for 10 minutes, flipping halfway
  4. Split hoagie rolls and apply butter to interiors; broil for 1-2 minutes until golden
  5. Chop romaine, pickles, red onion, and fried chicken into a fine, salad-like consistency
  6. Drizzle 2-3 tbsp of BBQ sauce over the chopped mixture, fold gently to coat
  7. Spoon mixture into toasted rolls and serve immediately

Notes

Chill chicken for 15 minutes first to maintain crispiness post-chopping
Use green onions for a milder flavor
Non-dairy butter is ideal for halal adaptation
Regional tanginess is key—adjust cayenne in the sauce to taste
Preserve crispy texture by avoiding overloading rolls
Leftover components can be stored separately for 2 days