6 Epic Leftover Thanksgiving Sandwiches to Copy at Home

Whether you eat it hot or cold, the iconic leftover sandwich is truly the culmination of all your hard work in the kitchen. Creatively layer the Thanksgiving leftovers in these clever combinations that will make you wish you’d made more! (Psst! And don’t miss some of our favorite sandwich tools and accessories below!)

Tuscan Turkey Sandwich

Photo Credit: Cooking with Cocktail Rings

Instead of using deli-sliced turkey, thinly slice or shred your Thanksgiving leftovers for a more flavorful alternative to this Italian-inspired sandwich from Cooking with Cocktail Rings. While fluffy, herby focaccia is a great base for sandwiches, leftover Thanksgiving rolls will also work well in a pinch.

Thanksgiving Detox Sandwich

If you’re still stuffed from your Thanksgiving spread and looking for a lighter meal, this detox sandwich is the perfect use for your leftovers. Packed with veggies, protein, and all the best Thanksgiving fixin’s, this sandwich will keep things fresh and you feeling good.

Grilled Turkey, Cranberry, and Brie Sandwich

This take on grilled cheese by FoodieCrush transforms your leftovers into a delicious crunchy sandwich. The brie turns things up to special-occasion level, and each bite is so addictive, this’ll turn into your new post-Thanksgiving tradition.

Best Thanksgiving Leftovers Sandwich

This NYT Cooking recipe is quite literally a Thanksgiving feast in a sandwich, down to the mashed potatoes and green beans. The preparation here is what makes each component stand out. The mix of tender white meat, shredded dark meat, crispy stuffing, and your favorite sides takes this sandwich to the next level.

Turkey Cranberry Wrap

Get back on track after your Thanksgiving food coma by rolling up your turkey leftovers in this healthy wrap from Cookin’ Canuck. We love the addition of crunchy raw apple here—it keeps things fresh and light.

Turkey Salad Sandwich

Repurpose your turkey into this bright and crunchy salad from Two Healthy Kitchens. Then forget about cooking for the rest of the weekend while you make these sandwiches for the whole family to enjoy. Be sure to save this recipe because it’s great with leftover chicken, too!