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18 Easy Sandwich Ideas That Are Worth Every Bite
Pack them for a quick lunch or dinner!
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Sandwiches are an all-time favorite here at The Pioneer Woman. Not only does Ree Drummond make them for her husband, Ladd, (and the cowboys) on the regular, but she also has a ton of fun sandwich varieties on her menu at The Mercantile. From drip beef sandwiches to breakfast sandwiches, Ree serves them up any time of day! And that's where we found the inspiration for these sandwich ideas. Here, you'll find sandwich recipes make for a quick weekday lunch, but you'll also find options that work for easy dinners and breakfast, too! Heck, you can even make some of these sandwiches for a late-night snack! (Who's craving air fryer grilled cheese?)
If classic sandwiches are what you're after, we've got you covered with chicken salad sandwiches and a traditional Reuben. Looking for something a little out of the box? Try Ree's take on steak sandwiches with wasabi cream sauce, ham sandwiches with pesto mayo, and a fun twist on pulled pork sandwiches piled onto salty pretzel buns! Any of these sandwich ideas would be a great addition to a picnic menu, but they also make the easiest 30-minute meals. So whether you're craving sliced deli meats, chicken, or cheese, this list has tons of ideas for fun and tasty sandwiches!
Corned Beef Sandwich
Homemade corned beef takes this sandwich the extra mile! Served on marble rye bread with crunchy quick-pickled cabbage slaw and spicy mustard, it's the kind of sandwich you can have all year-round.
Get the Corned Beef Sandwich recipe.
Italian Sandwich
If you're a fan of sliced deli meats and cheeses, this over-the-top, make-ahead sandwich is for you! It's piled high with salami, pepperoni, ham, mortadella, and provolone.
Get the Italian Sandwich recipe.
Ham and Cheese Sliders
These mini sandwiches are served up on slider buns so they're perfect for feeding a crowd. Plus, everyone will be impressed by the flavorful addition of mayo, honey, and pickled jalapeños.
Get the Ham and Cheese Sliders recipe.
Meatball Subs
Here's one sandwich idea that definitely works for dinnertime! The big Italian hoagie rolls are meaty, saucy, cheesy, and delicious.
Get the Meatball Subs recipe.
Pesto Caprese Panini
The bread is pressed and crispy, the mozzarella is melty, and the pesto adds a pop of fresh flavor. All in all, these sandwiches are a win!
Get Ree's Pesto Caprese Panini recipe.
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwich
This meltingly tender pulled pork sandwich is the ultimate comfort food! It's served on on pretzel buns with spicy mustard for a fun twist your family will love.
Shrimp Po'Boy
You don't need to be in New Orleans for this popular sandwich. Make your own fried shrimp po'boy with zesty sauce and all your favorite toppings!
Get the Shrimp Po'Boy recipe.
Tea Sandwiches
Three different varieties of these mini finger sandwiches make them a fun addition to any brunch, lunch, or tea party! Here, we're highlighting curried chicken salad, smoked salmon and cucumber, and ham and cheddar.
Get the Tea Sandwiches recipe.
Ham Sandwiches with Arugula and Pesto Mayo
If you thought mayo was the ultimate sandwich condiment, just wait until you try Ree's pesto mayo! It's an easy two-ingredient spread that will instantly upgrade your ham sandwiches.
Get Ree's Ham Sandwiches with Arugula and Pesto Mayo recipe.
Air Fryer Grilled Cheese
No need to turn on the stovetop for this easy method of making grilled cheese! The air fryer gets the bread extra-crispy and the cheese extra-melty.
Get the Air Fryer Grilled Cheese recipe.
Chicken Salad Sandwich
Ree's chicken salad is delicious any which way—whether you serve it on a salad, on it's own, or between two slices of bread! You can even slice a croissant down the middle to make a tasty croissant-wich!
Get Ree's Chicken Salad Sandwich recipe.
Steak Sandwich with Wasabi Cream Sauce
This twist on hearty steak sandwiches adds a smear of creamy wasabi-garlic mayo that almost resembles horseradish. Any extra sauce would make for a delicious spicy dip for potato chips or fries.
Pull-Apart Egg Sandwiches
This amped up egg sandwich has a few flourishes that make it extra-special: from the pesto to the crispy prosciutto to the herby melted butter spread right over the top!
Get the Pull-Apart Egg Sandwiches recipe.
Italian Pork Sandwiches
Pork tenderloin gets a flavorful herb rub for these hearty sandwiches. Once cooked, they're sliced and piled onto ciabatta rolls with garlic mayo and roasted red peppers.
Get Ree's Italian Pork Sandwiches recipe.
Slow Cooker Drip Beef Sandwiches
Using the slow cooker for this drip beef sandwich makes it relatively hands-free. Except when you eat the sandwich, in which case, you should definitely use your hands!
Get Ree's Slow Cooker Drip Beef Sandwiches recipe.
Ham Sandwich with Quick Pickles
You'll want to keep this quick pickle recipe handy for all your sandwich needs. It's an easy way to add crunch and flavor.
Get Ree's Ham Sandwich with Quick Pickles recipe.
Buffalo Chicken Wraps
Wraps are a great way to use up leftovers from last night's dinner. In this case, rotisserie chicken gets a second spin by adding buffalo sauce, ranch, and crunchy veggies.
Get Ree's Buffalo Chicken Wraps recipe.
Reuben Sandwich
Building a classic Reuben couldn't be easier. Simply pile corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing on rye bread, then cook it in a skillet or on a griddle.
Get Ree's Reuben Sandwich recipe.
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