There are so many fun ways to turn sandwiches into dinner. These recipes are some of our favorite hot sandwiches for a family meal, a party and more.
Hot sandwiches are such a fun dinner option. This collection includes great slow cooker and instant pot options as well as a super quick stove top option or two. There is something for everyone in this list. Chicken, pork, beef, whatever you prefer there is bound to be something you like.
Warm sandwich fillings are super versatile. They are fabulous for quick family dinners.
The slow cooker recipes are great for casual parties as well. They stay warm for serving later.
No matter which recipe you choose to try first, it is sure to be a winner. Work your way through the list for a bunch of new favorites for your family.
Slow Cooker Sandwich Fillings
Slow cookers are still a fabulous way to make dinner. The long slow cook makes for a tender and flavorful result.
You can let it cook all day and come home to the most wonderful smells. Everything will be fork tender and ready to go.
This also makes it great for serving at casual parties. It stays warm whenever people are hungry, just leave out all of the fixin’s.
Instant Pot Sandwich Fillings
The pressure cooker does the work of the slow cooker in a fraction of the time. It makes fork tender meat in no time.
Stove Top Sandwich Fillings
Of course a skillet is a fine place to make a meal as well. Sometimes you just need to turn on the burner and whip up a quick dinner!
The Best Hot Sandwiches Around
Soft butter bread stuffed with ground beef, cabbage and cheese make runzas delicious. This simplified recipe also makes them a lot quicker and easier!
What is better than a grilled cheese? Not much! These sliders are snack size, butter, golden, cheesy and have pesto, dried cranberries, turkey and plenty of gooey cheese!
This yummy sloppy joe recipe has Coca-Cola in the mix. It adds a little extra depth of flavor along with adding that sweetness you love.
Maidrites, or loose meat sandwiches, are a super quick and easy dinner that your family is sure to love! They are a staple around here and for good reason!
A big batch of sloppy joes is perfect for a party, family reunion or large gathering of any kind. This recipe is even better made in advance and is perfect reheated in a slow cooker or roaster.
Big Italian beef flavor is possible in a fraction of the time with help from a pressure cooker. This is a dinner they’ll request over and over.
Succulent and flavorful pulled pork doesn’t have to take all day! This easy recipe for root beer braised pork uses simple ingredients and makes tasty shredded pork sandwiches in a fraction of the time.
Make super simple French dip sandwiches in the instant pot for a deceptively easy dinner. It is a quick way to make a delicious roast beef sandwich with yummy gravy for dipping if desired.
These chicken Parmesan sandwiches are a perfect busy night dinner. The chicken cooks in the slow cooker all day so all you have to do is shred and assemble when you get home!
Slow cooker brats are a perfectly busy day dinner entree. Put one on a bun and pile it up with the peppers and onions for a tasty and easy meal.
Use your slow cooker to get tender flavorful chicken filling that is perfect for pita pockets. You'll be surprised how few ingredients and how little effort it takes!
This pulled pork is flavored with apple cider, brown sugar and mustard. It smells great while it cooks and tastes great on sandwiches, mashed potatoes or even on waffles! It is a great fall dinner and a fun change from traditional BBQ pulled pork.
Creamy chicken and gravy in the slow cooker is like making a plate of diner comfort food at home. It is so easy to make and will make you feel are warm and full inside!
A flavorful pulled pork that has just enough sweet and heat to make it interesting. It is so easy to make in the slow cooker and is perfect for sandwiches, over rice and more! The sriracha in the sauce makes it super yummy!
Anonymous
Wednesday 1st of February 2017
Carlee, they all look amazing! I love the Zuppa Toscana Pizza!! What a great idea! And those cupcakes....oh my. I'm making them for sure, especially since I have a zillion lemons and decided NOT to make the lemon meringue pie I was gonna make!
Mollie
Carlee
Thursday 2nd of February 2017
Mmm, now I want a lemon meringue pie too! Yum!
Erica Ashley
Monday 30th of January 2017
Yumm! That pot pie sounds good! Actually everything does haha
Carlee
Tuesday 31st of January 2017
Doesn't it? I can't wait to try it!
best electric griddle
Monday 30th of January 2017
There is no better time you spent with your family. so this is a nice for my family too.
Carlee
Tuesday 31st of January 2017
Thank you
Andrea Nine
Monday 30th of January 2017
I was just thinking a pot pie sounded good but then again, I could just eat the lemon cupcakes every night, lol!!!!
Carlee
Tuesday 31st of January 2017
We've definitely been having some pot pie weather lately, but I agree... pass the cupcakes!