This Turkey Sandwich Recipe is unbeatable! Toasted bread piled with turkey, thin apple slices, crispy bacon, melted Gouda, and dressed greens—it’s the perfect combo!
author’s note
My Most Made Lunch Right Now!
I can’t get enough of this sandwich, and my family is hooked too! It’s been on repeat lately, especially with all the apples from our tree. And when I have leftover Thanksgiving turkey, forget it… this sandwich, my turkey salad, and my turkey tetrazzini are on repeat.
I don’t just save apples for desserts like apple pie bars, crumble, and cobbler. I love using them in savory dishes too!
And this combo is unreal. Turkey, apple, bacon, and cheese with lightly dressed greens and the most amazing dressing. It really is the best turkey sandwich.
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make this turkey sandwich recipe:
| Ingredient | Tip |
|---|---|
| Butter & garlic powder | Soften the butter for easy spreading. Add garlic powder for extra flavor. |
| Whole-grain bread | Adds crunch and nuttiness while holding the fillings well. |
| Mayo & honey-Dijon dressing | Mayo adds creaminess, while the dressing brings a sweet, tangy finish. |
| Deli turkey & bacon | Use thin deli slices or leftover Thanksgiving turkey. Cook the bacon until crisp, either in the microwave or oven. |
| Honeycrisp apple, Gouda & mixed greens | Thinly slice the apple and cheese. Use baby kale or arugula for a fresh, peppery bite. |
How To Make This Turkey Sandwich Recipe
- Make dressing: Shake all dressing ingredients in a jar.
- Prep bread: Butter both sides and sprinkle garlic powder if you like.
- Toast bread: Broil both sides until golden.
- Assemble: Add mayo, turkey, apple, bacon, and cheese to four slices.
- Melt cheese: Broil until cheese melts.
- Finish: Add greens, drizzle dressing, top with bread, and enjoy!
chelsea’s recipe tip
What To Serve With This Turkey Sandwich Recipe
- Sweet potato fries: Crispy and a little sweet—it’s the perfect match.
- Coleslaw: For a nice crunchy side. Or use any leftover apples to make this Apple Coleslaw!
- Soup: Tomato or creamy vegetable soup are great options that pair well.
- Pickles: Tangy and helps to cut through the rich flavors.
- Cucumber salad: A nice fresh side that is easy to whip up.
Variations
Here are a few easy swaps to mix things up:
- Cheddar and Red Onion: Swap in sharp cheddar and add red onion for a little bite.
- Swiss and Cranberry Sauce: For a sweet and tangy touch, try adding cranberry sauce with Swiss.
- Colby Jack and Avocado: Go for a creamy combo by using Colby Jack with avocado slices.
- Monterey Jack and Onion: Caramelized onions pair perfectly with the mild flavor of Monterey Jack for a savory boost.
Storage
Like most hot sandwiches, this turkey sandwich recipe is best enjoyed straight out of the oven! They can get soggy quickly, so dig in while they’re fresh!
More Turkey Recipes:
Dinner
Turkey Cranberry Wrap
Sandwiches
Turkey Sliders Recipe
Turkey
Turkey Tetrazzini Recipe
Dinner
White Turkey Chili
Turkey Sandwich
Video
Equipment
- Wide-mouth Mason Jar wide-mouth
- Sheet pan (15" x 10")
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- 8 slices bread I use whole-grain
- garlic powder optional
- Mayo to taste
- 1 pound deli turkey
- 1 large Honeycrisp apple
- 8 slices bacon microwave bacon works great
- 4 slices Gouda cheese
- 4 ounces mixed greens baby kale or arugula
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup mayo
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine all dressing ingredients in a mason jar. Add salt and pepper to taste, then shake well to combine. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to broil, setting the rack in the center position. Let the oven fully heat.
- Spread softened butter evenly over both sides of each bread slice. If you like, sprinkle a small amount of garlic powder over the butter.
- Arrange the buttered bread slices on a baking sheet and broil for 45–90 seconds, watching carefully until golden. Flip the slices and broil the other side until nicely toasted. Remove from oven.
- Remove 4 slices of toasted bread from tray and set aside for now. On the remaining 4 slices, spread mayo (about 1 tablespoon per slice, or to taste). Layer the turkey slices, thin apple slices, 2 bacon slices per sandwich, and a slice of Gouda.
- Return the sandwiches to the oven and broil for 30–90 seconds, just until the cheese melts. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Remove from the oven. Top the melted cheese with a handful of mixed greens and drizzle with the prepared dressing.
- Add the reserved bread slices on top, press gently, and serve immediately.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This sandwich was delicious even without the bacon! Will definitely be on the regular rotation.
Yay! I’m so happy to hear this! Thanks Laura!
So very good!! We’ll have this over and over again!
Yay! I’m so happy to hear this! Thanks Susan!
DELICIOUS!! WILL MAKE AGAIN!
Yay! I’m so happy to hear this! Thanks Cathy!
I absolutely loved this turkey sandwich recipe! The addition of fresh herbs took it to another level. Can’t wait to try it for my lunch prep this week. Thanks, Chelsea!
Yay! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed this turkey sandwich! Thanks!
This turkey sandwich is absolutely delicious! I love the combination of flavors you’ve included, and the tips for making it extra hearty are so helpful.
Yay! So happy this turkey sandwich recipe was a hit! Thanks so much Yolanna!
This turkey sandwich was incredible!
So happy you enjoyed! Thanks so much Terri!
This turkey sandwich looks absolutely delicious! I love how you added those fresh ingredients and the spread sounds amazing. Can’t wait to try this recipe for my lunch this week!
Thanks so much Xander! I can’t wait for you to try it!
This was such a great sandwich! Thank you for the recipe.
So thrilled to hear this! Thanks for your comment!
I had friends over for lunch today and we had these delicious sandwiches. There was a request for the recipe.
Thank you for making my luncheon the best.
I am so thrilled to hear this! Thanks so much Carol! 🙂
Cant wait to make this soon for me can i use tofu and vegan cheese.
I can’t wait for you to try this! Thanks Ramya! 🙂