Sandwiches you’ll want for lunch and dinner are the answer when you want great food without spending all day in the kitchen. These recipes balance convenience and taste, making them perfect for busy schedules and hungry families. Each one is worth trying at least once.

Italian Sliders

A plate of stacked baked slider sandwiches with layers of meat and cheese, garnished with herbs and sliced yellow peppers—perfect for lunch or dinner.
Italian Sliders. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Italian Sliders is a great addition to your recipe collection. Whether you’re hosting or just looking for something tasty to make, this one fits the bill perfectly.
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Jalapeno Turkey Burgers

A chicken burger with lettuce, tomato, avocado, and pickled onions on a white plate—perfect for lunch or dinner—served with sweet potato fries in the background.
Jalapeno Turkey Burgers. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Jalapeno Turkey Burgers is a great addition to your recipe collection. Whether you’re hosting or just looking for something tasty to make, this one fits the bill perfectly.
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Leftover Turkey Hand Pies with Cranberry and Boursin

A plate with a sliced pastry filled with meat and cranberries, perfect for lunch or dinner, served with cranberry sauce and garnish. Sauces and utensils are visible in the background.
Leftover Turkey Hand Pies with Cranberry and Boursin. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Leftover Turkey Hand Pies with Cranberry and Boursin is a great addition to your recipe collection. Whether you’re hosting or just looking for something tasty to make, this one fits the bill perfectly.
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Smoked Salmon Wrap

A close-up of a wrap filled with smoked salmon, lettuce, red bell pepper, and cream cheese on a piece of parchment paper—perfect for lunch or as a delicious twist on classic sandwiches.
Smoked Salmon Wrap. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Smoked Salmon Wrap is a great addition to your recipe collection. Whether you’re hosting or just looking for something tasty to make, this one fits the bill perfectly.
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Buttermilk Crispy Chicken Sandwiches

A fried chicken sandwich with lettuce and mayonnaise on a bun, served on a plate with potato chips.
Buttermilk Crispy Chicken Sandwiches. Photo credit: Not Entirely Average.

A Buttermilk Crispy Chicken Sandwich isn’t just a meal—it’s a masterpiece. The buttermilk marinade ensures every bite is juicy, while the perfectly seasoned crust brings the crunch. Nestled in a toasted bun with crisp lettuce and a swipe of mayo, this sandwich doesn’t just hit the spot—it raises the bar.
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Cast Iron Skillet Burgers

A cheeseburger on a bun with lettuce, tomato, onion on a wood board.
Cast Iron Skillet Burgers. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Sink your teeth into the savory goodness of this Cast Iron Burger—a classic patty perfectly cooked in a skillet, nestled between soft buns with cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion. There is no need for takeout burgers when you make these skillet burgers for the family.
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Alabama Chopped Chicken Sandwiches

Two Alabama Chopped Chicken Sandwiches with pulled chicken, creamy Alabama white BBQ sauce, and pickle slices on shiny, toasted buns, served on a decorative plate.
Alabama Chopped Chicken Sandwiches. Photo credit: Not Entirely Average.

Alabama Chopped Chicken Sandwiches are a smoky, tangy, and creamy delight that brings the heart of Southern barbecue straight to your plate. Featuring tender pulled chicken, smothered in zesty Alabama white sauce and topped with crisp pickles, all nestled between buttery toasted buns, this sandwich is a flavorful alternative to the usual barbecue fare.
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Roast Beef Gouda Grilled Cheese

Smoked gouda roast beef grilled cheese cut in half and stacked.
Roast Beef Gouda Grilled Cheese. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This roast beef smoked gouda grilled cheese is the perfect lunch sandwich. Meaty and cheesy and delicious with a bowl of tomato soup or on its own.
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A Smoky Oven-Braised Pulled Pork Sandwich Recipe

A delicious showcase of Southern cooking, this pulled pork sandwich with melted cheese, pickles, and shredded veggies is served on a bun with brown paper—perfect alongside a glass of beer and a yellow drink in the background.
A Smoky Oven-Braised Pulled Pork Sandwich Recipe. Photo credit: Not Entirely Average.

Who needs a smoker when your Dutch oven’s got a PhD in pork? This juicy, pull-apart pork sandwich situation is bold, braised, and ready to ruin you for all other barbecue—rain, shine, or snowstorm.
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Southwest Ranch Chicken Salad Sandwich

Southwest ranch chicken salad sandwich on pumpernickel.
Southwest Ranch Chicken Salad Sandwich. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This ranch chicken salad cheddar melt is infused with southwestern flavors. Piled high on pumpernickel bread with lots of melted cheese, it’s a mouthwatering lunch.
Get the Recipe: Southwest Ranch Chicken Salad Sandwich

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