60 Super Sandwiches That Make Lunchtime Anything But Boring

Recipe: The SL BLT

Punch up store-bought mayonnaise with these flavor-boosting ideas: For extra tang and heat, zest a small lemon and grind lots of black pepper into the mayo. For a hint of green, chop a small handful of tender herbs—parsley, basil, tarragon, dill—and fold them into the mayo.

Recipe: Chicken and Fontina Panini

Crusty on the outside, gooey on the inside, this sandwich requires little effort and makes a satisfying lunch or light dinner. You can make hot sandwiches with two heavy cast-iron skillets—no panini press required. While you're cooking a sandwich in one skillet, heat the second one on a separate burner. Once hot, place the second skillet on top of the sandwich for 1 to 2 minutes. Repeat on the flip side, cooking for 1 to 2 minutes more.

Recipe: The Ultimate Grilled Cheese

Use mayonnaise instead of butter for added flavor and to keep the bread from burning.

Recipe: Barbecue Pork Sandwiches

Online User Comment:
"An easy recipe when preparing for guests. Prepare it in the morning and you're done! I've made this recipe twice now and it was a hit both times. I used the boneless pork loin, as they were on sale, and the sandwiches couldn't have been better. The first time I served the pork sandwiches with coleslaw and the second time my guests provided potluck salads and desserts. Very easy entertaining!"
-cfry

Recipe: Richard's Sloppy Joes

Online User Comment:
"I've made this several times and always get compliments! I have also made it for our Sunday Football at the Legion and when camping. If you like a bit of a kick, you can't go wrong. Everyone loves it!"
-NotSoNewlyWed

Recipe: Slow-cooked Barbecued Chicken Sandwiches

Barbecued chicken served atop Sweet Potato Cornbread with Pickled Peppers & Onions makes for a delicious and satisfying sandwich.

Recipe: Egg Salad Sandwiches

We’ve been making this house-favorite on egg salad for almost two decades.

Recipe: Turkey, Pesto, and Fresh Mozzarella Sandwich

Store-bought pesto and fresh mozzarella instantly dress up a classic turkey sandwich at lunchtime.

Recipe: Carolina Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Let the slow cooker do the work with this BBQ sandwich that makes use of a homemade Carolina-style vinegar sauce.

Recipe: Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwiches

This legendary Southern sandwich will simply never let us down.

Recipe: Turkey, Caramelized Onion, and Gruyère Grilled Cheese

We’ll top just about anything with caramelized sweet onions, and this grilled cheese with turkey is an amazing place to start.

Recipe: Grilled Shrimp Po'Boys with Quick Rémoulade Sauce

We swapped the traditional deep-fried version of this Cajun favorite for a lightened-up grilled version.

Recipe: Chicken Biscuit Sandwiches

The slow cooker steps up in this recipe for super tender shredded chicken with white barbecue sauce.

Recipe: Tomato Tea Sandwiches

The classic tomato sandwich you know and love gets the luncheon treatment with this mini version.

Recipe: Turkey and Spinach Meatball Sandwiches

Lighten up your meatball hoagie a bit by swapping ground beef for turkey.

Recipe: Crispy Soft-Shell Crab Sandwiches

This incredible seafood sandwich makes the most of decadent soft-shell crab.

Recipe: Pork Tenderloin Sandwiches

Fire up the grill for budget-friendly pork tenderloin that still tastes decadent.

Recipe: Ham-and-Cheese Sliders

You’ll want to bake a double batch of these crowd-pleasing sandwiches.

Recipe: Turkey and Pimiento Cheese Club Sandwich

Bring your favorite lunch spot to your kitchen with this club-style sandwich that uses your favorite store-bought pimiento cheese.

Recipe: Brisket Sandwich With Texas BBQ Sauce

Texas-style smoked brisket is a true Southern delicacy.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker French Dip Sandwiches

Make this old-school classic for an easy and fun dinner one night.

Recipe: Turkey, Apple, and Brie Sandwich

These tasty sandwiches can be served warm or at room temperature, which makes them great for wrapping up and taking to tailgates or picnics.

Recipe: Ham and Dijon Grilled Cheese

This croque monsieur-inspired sandwich swaps bechamel sauce for Dijon mustard for more zest.

Recipe: Chicken Caesar Salad Sandwiches

These yummy sandwiches are much easier to pack up in a brown-bag lunch than an actual salad.

Recipe: Smoky Grilled BLTs

You won’t believe how much grilling a classic BLT amps up the flavor.

Recipe: Salmon Bagel Sandwiches

With slow-cooked salmon and a homemade herby cream cheese mixture, this isn’t your average lox bagel.

Recipe: Tangy Italian Beef Sandwiches

This is one of our favorite make-ahead recipes to make with our Instant Pot.

Recipe: Gourmet Grilled Cheese with Bacon

How do you make almost any dish taste better? Add bacon.

Recipe: Mini Tomato Sandwiches With Bacon Mayonnaise

This cute recipe shrinks the beloved BLT into a two-bite delight.

Recipe: Almond-Chicken Wrap

This simple wrap features a lightened-up version of classic chicken salad.

Recipe: Meatball Sliders with Tomato Sauce

You can serve this easy slow-cooker sandwich recipe on slider buns or hoagies.

Recipe: Olive-Cheese Sandwiches

With just a few ingredients, you can have an appetizer or lunch that looks fancy.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Sloppy Joes

Sloppy Joes are a surefire way to satisfy picky kids at dinnertime.

Recipe: Jenné Claiborne's Cajun Blackened Tofu Sandwich

No meat doesn’t mean no flavor with this Cajun sandwich.

Recipe: Turkey, Brie, and Fig Pressed Sandwiches

These make-ahead sandwiches were made for portable gatherings like summer picnics or beach trips.

Recipe: Cheese Puffs with Ham Salad

Old-fashioned ham salad is even more delicious when served between crisp little cheese puffs that can be made ahead and frozen.

Recipe: Tangy Slow-Cooker Pork Shoulder

You’re going to love the sweet and tangy sauce that’s paired with this tender pulled pork.

Recipe: Grilled Chicken 'N' Cheese Sandwiches

Add a little protein to your favorite grilled cheese to keep you full all afternoon long.

Recipe: Fried Chicken Sliders with Pimiento Cheese

Could these festive sandwiches get any more Southern?

Recipe: Mini Muffulettas

We made this Southern classic portable for the tailgate or the kids’ lunches with mini hoagies.

Recipe: Chimichurri Beef Meatball Hoagies

These flavorful meatballs finish cooking in your slow cooker for hands-off cooking that’s easy enough for a weeknight.

Recipe: The Masters Egg Salad Sandwiches

We tried to recreate Augusta National’s famous recipe as close as possible, but nothing compares to eating one of these on site.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Beef Sliders with Pickled Peppers

These game-day ready sandwiches give you so much flavor in every bite.

Recipe: Open-Faced Tomato Sandwiches with Creamy Cucumber Spread

Dainty cucumber sandwiches meet fresh tomato sandwiches with this gorgeous summer recipe.

Recipe: The Ultimate Fried Egg Sandwich with BBQ Bacon

Sunday brunch just got a major upgrade with this serious sandwich.

Recipe: Caramelized Onion Grilled Cheese

A hint of goat cheese adds the perfect amount of tang to a classic grilled cheese with caramelized onion.

Recipe: Turkey Salad

Swap chicken salad for this yummy turkey salad that makes great use of leftovers.

Recipe: Classic Patty Melt

Recreate this old-school diner favorite at home with the help of your cast-iron skillet.

Recipe: Smoky Chicken Panini with Basil Mayo

If you don’t feel like lighting the grill, you can totally use the store-bought rotisserie chicken from the fridge for this cheesy panini.

Recipe: Shrimp and Bacon Salad Sliders

This fresh take on vintage shrimp salad is delicious and versatile.

Recipe: Four-Ingredient Slow-Cooker Pot Roast

This easy pot roast recipe can be served countless ways, but we love it sandwiched between two buns and topped with fresh slaw or lettuce and onions.

Recipe: Greek Grilled Chicken Pita

Go Greek at lunch with this simple but flavorful pita recipe.

Recipe: Cheesy BBQ Sloppy Joes

We served these open-faced Sloppy Joes over thick slices of Texas toast.

Recipe: Thanksgiving Po'boy

Thanksgiving leftovers have never been quite so creative (or Southern) than with this over-the-top sandwich.