25 Easy Turkey Sandwich Recipes for Lunch, Dinner & Leftovers
Got some turkey to use up and not sure what to do with it? A sandwich is probably one of the easiest options, but that doesn’t mean it has to be the usual turkey and cheese on bread.
There are so many ways you can turn turkey into a really good lunch or easy dinner. Think warm cheesy sliders, toasted sandwiches, wraps, cranberry sauce, pesto, hot honey and plenty of melted cheese. You can use leftover cooked turkey for lots of these, or just grab some deli turkey if that’s what you have.
So whether you’re trying to get through all those Thanksgiving leftovers or you just need some new lunch ideas, have a look through and see what takes your fancy. There are plenty of easy ones here, plus a few you might not have thought of before.
Why You’ll Love These Recipes
- There’s loads of variety – these aren’t just your basic turkey and cheese sandwiches. There are sliders, wraps, melts and plenty of different flavors to try.
- They’re great for using up leftover turkey – if you’ve got loads left after Thanksgiving, this is an easy way to turn it into something completely different.
- Plenty work with deli turkey too – so you definitely don’t need to wait until the holidays to make them.
- Most are really easy – perfect for a quick lunch, an easy dinner or those days when you just don’t fancy cooking anything complicated.
- There’s something for everyone – from simple turkey sandwiches to cranberry, pesto, hot honey and plenty of melty cheese.
1. Hot Honey Apple Cheddar Turkey Sliders
These have that lovely mix of sweet, spicy and cheesy, with crisp apple adding a bit of crunch too. They’re really easy to throw together and a great way to make turkey a bit more interesting.
GET THE RECIPE2. Turkey Brie Cranberry Sandwich
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This is such a good one for using up Thanksgiving leftovers, especially if you’ve got cranberry sauce hanging around too. The creamy brie works so well with the turkey and cranberry, and it feels a little bit more special than a regular sandwich.
GET THE RECIPE3. Pesto Swiss and Turkey Skillet Sliders
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You can’t really go wrong with warm, buttery sliders filled with turkey, Swiss cheese and plenty of pesto. They’re nice and easy to make in a skillet and would be great for lunch, dinner or feeding a crowd.
GET THE RECIPE4. Air Fryer Hot Brown Sandwich
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If you fancy something warm and filling, this one is definitely worth a try. It’s loaded with turkey, bacon, tomato and plenty of cheese, then cooked in the air fryer until everything is hot and melty.
GET THE RECIPE5. Slow Cooker Cranberry BBQ Turkey Sliders
Sweet cranberry and smoky BBQ sauce are such a good combination with turkey, especially when you add soft rolls into the mix. Everything cooks together in the slow cooker, so they’re really easy to make when you don’t want much fuss.
GET THE RECIPE6. Easy Turkey Pesto Sandwich
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Pesto is such an easy way to add loads of flavor without needing a long list of ingredients. Add turkey, cheese and fresh veggies and you’ve got a really tasty lunch that takes hardly any time to put together.
GET THE RECIPE7. Turkey Melt Sandwich
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Sometimes you just want a hot, cheesy sandwich, and this is a really easy one to throw together. The turkey gets topped with plenty of melty cheese for a simple lunch that’s much better than a cold sandwich.
GET THE RECIPE8. Fall Harvest Turkey Wrap
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This one has all those lovely fall flavors wrapped up in an easy lunch. It’s a great way to use turkey when you fancy something a bit fresher and lighter than a hot, cheesy sandwich.
GET THE RECIPE9. Mozzarella Pesto Smoked Turkey Croffle Sandwiches
Crispy croffles make a really nice change from using regular bread, especially with all that gooey mozzarella inside. Add smoked turkey and pesto and you’ve got loads of flavor without needing loads of ingredients.
Servings: 4 mini sandwiches
Ingredients:
- 1 can Pillsbury crescent rolls (8 triangles = 8 croffles = 4 sandwiches)
- 4 tbsp pesto (about 1 tbsp per sandwich)
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese (or a handful of shredded mozzarella per sandwich)
- 8–12 slices smoked turkey (2–3 per sandwich)
Instructions:
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Preheat your waffle iron to medium heat and lightly coat it with cooking spray or a little butter.
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To make the croffles, unroll the crescent dough and separate it into 8 triangles. Gently roll or press each triangle to flatten slightly, then shape into a small crescent or ball. Place the dough pieces in the waffle iron (you may need to work in batches). Close the lid and cook for 3–4 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside to cool slightly.
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Build the sandwiches by using two croffles for each one. Spread 1 tablespoon of pesto on the bottom croffle, then layer with mozzarella and smoked turkey.
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For a warm, melty finish, place the top croffle on and return the sandwich to the waffle iron. Close gently and cook for another 2–3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the sandwich is hot and crisp.
10. Blackstone Turkey Reuben Sandwich
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Got the Blackstone fired up? This is a really tasty way to use it, with turkey, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and dressing all grilled together until hot and melty.
GET THE RECIPE11. Gourmet Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Turkey, Bacon & Huckleberry
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The huckleberry is what makes this one a bit different, adding a lovely sweet flavor alongside the savory turkey and bacon. Add plenty of melted cheese and it’s a really fun twist on a regular grilled cheese.
GET THE RECIPE12. Classic Turkey Sandwich
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You really don’t need anything fancy to make a good turkey sandwich. This is a nice simple option for an easy lunch, with fresh ingredients and plenty of flavor packed between two slices of bread.
GET THE RECIPE13. Grilled Turkey Havarti Sandwiches with Pesto
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Havarti gets lovely and melty when it’s grilled, and adding pesto gives the whole thing loads more flavor. It’s an easy way to turn turkey into a warm, filling lunch that feels a bit more exciting.
GET THE RECIPE14. Sun-Dried Tomato & Turkey Pinwheel Sandwiches
These are a handy one when you want something you can make ahead and just grab from the fridge. The sun-dried tomatoes add loads of flavor, and they’re great for lunches, parties or an easy snack.
GET THE RECIPE15. Turkey Ciabatta Sandwich
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Ciabatta is a great choice when you want a sandwich that’s a bit more substantial and can handle plenty of filling. This one is packed with turkey and lots of tasty extras, making it a really good option for lunch or a quick dinner.
GET THE RECIPE16. Air Fryer Turkey and Cheese Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls
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Hawaiian rolls are so good for sliders, especially once they’re filled with turkey and plenty of gooey cheese. Cooking them in the air fryer gets them warm and golden without much fuss, so they’re great when you need something quick.
GET THE RECIPE17. Monte Cristo Sliders
Sweet and savory together works so well here, with layers of turkey, ham and melty cheese tucked into soft rolls. They’re a fun little twist on the usual sandwich and really easy to make for lunch or dinner.
GET THE RECIPE18. Leftover Turkey Pesto Sliders
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Got some turkey left in the fridge? Add pesto and plenty of cheese, pile everything into soft rolls and you’ve got an easy lunch or dinner that doesn’t feel like leftovers at all.
GET THE RECIPE19. Turkey Caprese Wraps
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Fresh tomato, mozzarella and basil are such a good match with turkey, especially with a little balsamic added in. Wrap it all up together and you’ve got a quick lunch that feels nice and fresh but still really filling.
GET THE RECIPE20. Turkey and Cheese Pinwheels
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These are nice and simple, but always seem to go down well, especially if you need something quick for lunch. They’re easy to make ahead too and work just as well for lunchboxes as they do for parties.
GET THE RECIPE21. Turkey and Cranberry Sliders
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Turkey and Cranberry Sliders
GET THE RECIPE22. Easy Oven-Baked Turkey and Cheese Sliders
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Pop these in the oven and you’ll have warm, cheesy sliders ready without much effort at all. They’re simple, filling and a really handy option for an easy lunch or feeding a few people.
GET THE RECIPE23. Turkey Quesadillas
Quesadillas are always handy when you need something quick, and turkey works really well in them. Add plenty of cheese, cook until crispy and golden, and you’ve got an easy lunch or dinner in no time.
GET THE RECIPE24. Low Carb Turkey Club Egg Wrap with Spinach and Avocado
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For something a little lighter, this is a nice change from using bread or a regular tortilla. It’s packed with turkey, spinach and avocado, with an egg wrap holding everything together.
GET THE RECIPE25. Turkey Avocado Breakfast Sandwiches
Turkey isn’t just for lunch, and this is a really tasty way to use it first thing in the morning. With creamy avocado and plenty of filling packed in, it’s a nice hearty breakfast that should keep you going for a while.
Servings: 1
Ingredients:
- 4 slices turkey lunch meat
- 3 slices avocado
- 3 slices red onion
- 3 slices cucumber
- 1 tablespoon mayo
- 1 English muffin
Instructions:
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Lightly toast the English muffin. Spread mayonnaise on the cut sides of both halves.
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Layer on the turkey, avocado slices, red onion, and cucumbers.
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Place the top half of the muffin over the filling and enjoy a hearty breakfast sandwich.
There are definitely plenty of ways to make a turkey sandwich more interesting! Save a few of these for the next time you’ve got turkey to use up, especially after Thanksgiving when you’re wondering what on earth to do with all those leftovers.
