White BBQ Chicken Subs
White BBQ Chicken Subs
Warm, cheesy chicken sandwiches tossed in creamy, tangy Alabama-style white BBQ sauce. Southern comfort in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Yield: 4 servings (2 large subs, each cut in half)
Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
→ Tangy White Sauce:
½ cup good-quality mayo
2 tbsp white vinegar
2 tsp horseradish (prepared)
1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
½ tbsp Creole mustard (mild or spicy)
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
2 tbsp sugar
½ tsp white pepper
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp salt
→ For the Sandwiches:
14 oz chicken tenders (6–8 pieces)
Salt & pepper to season
2 tbsp cooking oil (vegetable or similar)
2 large French-style sub rolls (~10 inches each)
2 large shallots, thinly sliced
1½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (fresh)
½ cup tangy white sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
Instructions
Instructions
Make the White Sauce:
In a medium bowl, combine mayo, vinegar, horseradish, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, sugar, pepper, paprika, and salt.
Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Chill in fridge while preparing the rest.
Cook the Chicken & Shallots:
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
Sear chicken for about 4 minutes on one side, flip, then cook 3 more minutes until done.
Add shallots during the second side; stir occasionally until tender and lightly browned.
Chop & Mix:
Let chicken cool slightly, then cut into bite-sized chunks.
In a bowl, mix chicken, shallots, 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, and ½ cup white sauce. Stir until well combined.
Stuff & Broil:
Preheat broiler.
Slice sub rolls lengthwise (leave a hinge) and lay open on a baking sheet.
Fill rolls generously with the chicken mixture.
Top each sub with remaining ½ cup cheese.
Broil & Serve:
Broil for 2–3 minutes, watching carefully, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Drizzle extra white sauce on top.
Slice each sub in half to create 4 portions. Serve hot with more sauce on the side.
Notes
Alabama-style white BBQ sauce adds bold flavor—great even as a dip or salad dressing.
Perfect for parties, game nights, or quick comfort dinners.
Make the sauce up to 5 days ahead and store in the fridge.
To reheat leftovers, use a toaster oven or skillet to keep texture crispy.
ENJOY