Whataburger Honey BBQ Chicken Strip Sandwich
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
1230 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Whataburger Honey BBQ Chicken Strip Sandwich
Description
The Whataburger Honey BBQ Chicken Strip Sandwich is built around chicken tenderloins dipped in a buttermilk-based batter seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic salt. After coating, the batter is allowed to dry on a rack to adhere properly before frying in oil heated to 350 degrees until golden brown and crispy. Texas toast slices are buttered and toasted in a skillet until golden on both sides. Assembly involves layering three crispy chicken strips on the toast with Monterey Jack cheese and honey barbecue sauce, creating a rich, textured sandwich with a balance of savory fried chicken and a sweet tang from the BBQ sauce.
The frying process produces a crunchy exterior while retaining juicy chicken inside, complemented by the creamy melted cheese and soft toasted bread. This combination offers a sandwich that is filling and flavorful with contrasting textures. The inclusion of honey barbecue sauce adds a subtle sweetness that enhances the overall taste profile without overpowering the chicken.
This sandwich can be served hot and makes a satisfying meal for lunch or dinner. The use of Texas toast provides a substantial base that holds up well to the moist chicken and sauce. It pairs well with classic sides like fries or a simple salad, making it a practical choice for casual dining or family meals.
Ingredients
- 8 lices Texas toast
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 8 lices Monterey jack cheese
- 4 tablespoons honey barbecue sauce
Chicken Strips
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken tenderloin
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 2 1/2 cups buttermilk
- cooking oil for frying
Instructions
Chicken Tender Instructions
- Make the seasoned flour by combining flour, salt, pepper, and garlic salt. Stir the flour until it is well blended.
- Make a batter of the seasoned flour and buttermilk by pouring in about 1/2 cup of the buttermilk into the flour. You want the batter a little shaggy.
- Coat the chicken with the batter and place on a rack and allow it to dry. The batter may fall off when cooking if you don't allow the batter to try the chicken.
- Discard remaining buttermilk.
- Heat oil to 350 degrees.
- Gently place 3 or 4 breaded chicken tenders into the hot oil. Cook chicken tenders a few at a time until they are golden brown. Drain on a clean wire rack that has been placed on top of a baking sheet.
Chicken tender sandwich assembly
- Butter both sides of the Texas Toast. Cook the bread on a skillet or a griddle until the bread is golden brown, flip the bread over and brown the other side of the bread.
- Place three chicken strips on four slices of bread, then top with 2 slices of Monterey Jack Cheese, and then spread about 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce on one slice of the bread.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1230 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1230kcal | 62% |
| Carbohydrates | 97g | 32% |
| Protein | 67g | 134% |
| Fat | 63g | 97% |
| Saturated Fat | 24g | 120% |
| Cholesterol | 197mg | 66% |
| Sodium | 2493mg | 104% |
| Potassium | 994mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 1030IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 2.1mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 620mg | 62% |
| Iron | 16.1mg | 89% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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