Best 9 Cheesy Turkey Melt Recipes

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If you're looking for a quick and easy lunch or dinner option that's packed with flavor, look no further than the cheesy turkey melt. This classic sandwich features slices of roasted turkey, melted cheese, and your favorite toppings, all pressed between two slices of toasted bread. The cheesy turkey melt can be made with a variety of different cheeses, but some popular choices include cheddar, mozzarella, or provolone. It can also be customized with a variety of toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, bacon, and avocado. Whether you're making it for a quick weeknight meal or a casual weekend lunch, the cheesy turkey melt is sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

DELICIOUS TURKEY MELT



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Make and share this Delicious Turkey Melt recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium onions, sliced
4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine, divided
4 tablespoons barbecue sauce
8 slices sourdough bread
8 slices monterey jack cheese
8 slices Canadian bacon
8 slices cooked turkey
dill pickle slices

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onions in 1 tablespoon of butter until tender; remove and set aside.
  • Spread barbecue sauce on four slices of bread.
  • Layer each with one slice of cheese, 2 slices of Canadian bacon and turkey, pickles, onions, and top of with another slice of cheese.
  • Cover with remaining slices of bread.
  • In the same skillet over medium-low heat, melt remaining butter as needed.
  • Cook sandwiches on both sides until golden brown and cheese is melted.

CHEESY TURKEY MELT



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Make classic American diner fare in your own kitchen with this quick and easy Cheesy Turkey Melt. And be sure to tip yourself well!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 slices sourdough bread
2 tsp. PHILADELPHIA Chive & Onion 1/3 Less Fat than Cream Cheese
1 KRAFT Slim Cut Sharp Cheddar Cheese Slice, halved
4 slices OSCAR MAYER Deli Fresh Honey Smoked Turkey Breast
2 tsp. butter or margarine, softened

Steps:

  • Spread bread slices with reduced-fat cream cheese. Top 1 bread slice with 1 cheddar slice, turkey and remaining cheddar slice. Cover with remaining bread slice, cream cheese-side down.
  • Spread outside of sandwich with butter.
  • Cook in skillet on medium heat 3 min. on each side or until golden brown on both sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 1200 mg, Carbohydrate 75 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 25 g

CHEESY TURKEY SKILLET



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Transform your leftover turkey into a totally different meal.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups hot water
1 box Hamburger Helper™ cheeseburger macaroni
2 cups milk
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups chopped cooked turkey
3 cups chopped fresh spinach
1/4 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, add hot water and sauce mix (from Hamburger Helper™ box); stir to combine. Stir in milk, uncooked pasta (from Hamburger Helper™ box) and pepper flakes. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in turkey and spinach; cover and simmer 5 to 6 minutes or until pasta is tender. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in sour cream; top with cheese. Cover and let stand about 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 860 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

CHEESY TURKEY WITH PASTA



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This is a tasty cheesy pasta dish that's a great way to use leftover turkey. Chicken can also be used instead of turkey.

Provided by SUSANBAILEY

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Breasts

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package rigatoni pasta
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup turkey stock
½ cup pasta sauce
1 cup water
½ (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
1 teaspoon crushed garlic
salt and pepper to taste
⅓ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
⅓ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 pound cooked turkey breast, cubed

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a large saucepan or deep skillet, melt the butter over low to medium heat; blend in flour. Slowly add turkey stock, pasta sauce, and water. Mix well. Stir in onion soup mix and garlic; season with salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle in the Monterey Jack, Cheddar cheese and turkey. Stir until the cheese is melted and the meat is heated through. Spoon sauce over pasta and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 579.3 calories, Carbohydrate 63.1 g, Cholesterol 90.4 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 36.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 537.9 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

CHEESY TURKEY AND CRANBERRY MELTS



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Make this Thanksgiving-inspired sandwich made with Cabot Lite Cheddar anytime of the year.

Provided by Cabot Creamery

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 ounces sliced roasted turkey8 slices 100% whole-wheat bread
lightly toasted8 very thin slices fresh pear or apple4 slices cooked turkey or veggie bacon
cut in half4 ounces Cabot Lite75 Sharp Cheddar or Cabot Lite50 Sharp Cheddar
grated (about 1 cup)¼ cup cranberry-orange or whole-cranberry sauceCooking spray

Steps:

  • DIVIDE turkey evenly among 4 bread slices; top with pear and bacon. Sprinkle with cheese. PLACE under broiler or in toaster oven; cook until cheese melts. SPREAD cranberry sauce evenly over one side of each remaining bread slice; place on top of sandwiches. Cut in half diagonally, and serve immediately.

CHEESY HOT TURKEY SANDWICHES



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This is a great way to use your Thanksgiving turkey leftovers. Goes together quick and then a simmer in the slow cooker to melt the cheese and blend the flavors. Freezes well also.

Provided by SoDakCook

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2h15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups cooked turkey, cubed
2 cups Velveeta cheese, cubed
1 1/2 cups celery, chopped
1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
3/4 cup onion, chopped
1 cup mayonnaise or 1 cup salad dressing
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup

Steps:

  • Mix and heat in slow cooker on high one hour, then on low one hour, stirring often. Serve on buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337, Fat 17.2, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 90.4, Sodium 542, Carbohydrate 12.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 3.3, Protein 32.3

DILLY TURKEY MELT



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This is a hearty grilled sandwich with a distinctive and delicious combination of ingredients. The pickle slices add a bit of fun, and the barbecue sauce provides a hint of sweetness that's irresistible. -Henry Mujica, North Riverside, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium onions, sliced
4 tablespoons butter, divided
4 tablespoons barbecue sauce
8 slices sourdough bread
8 slices Monterey Jack cheese
8 slices Canadian bacon
8 thin slices cooked turkey
Dill pickle slices

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute onions in 1 tablespoon butter until tender; remove and set aside. Spread barbecue sauce on 4 slices of bread. Layer each with 1 slice of cheese, 2 slices each of bacon and turkey, pickle slices, onions and another slice of cheese. Cover with remaining slices of bread. , In the same skillet over medium-low heat, melt remaining butter. Cook sandwiches on both sides until golden brown and cheese is melted. Cover the skillet during the last few minutes to help melt cheese if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628 calories, Fat 34g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 137mg cholesterol, Sodium 1359mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

CHEESY TURKEY MEAT LOAF



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Nothing says comfort food better than meat loaf! Get this one started in the morning and you'll have a fantastic hot meal ready even by lunchtime. -Deanna Martinez Bey, Wake Forest, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 cup crushed saltines
1 cup ketchup
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds ground turkey
2-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Fold an 18-in. square piece of heavy-duty foil in half to make an 18x9-in. strip. Place strip on bottom and up sides of a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Coat strip with cooking spray., In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Add turkey, 2 cups cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese; mix lightly but thoroughly (mixture will be moist). Shape meat into an 8x5-in. loaf; place in center of strip., Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until a thermometer reads 165°. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese during the last 20 minutes of cooking. Using ends of foil strip as handles, remove meat loaf to a platter. Let stand 15 minutes. , Freeze option: Prepare meat loaf as directed, omitting cheddar cheese over top. Securely wrap cooled meat loaf in foil, then freeze; freeze remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese in a freezer container. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Unwrap meat loaf; reheat on a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan in a preheated 350° oven until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540 calories, Fat 31g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 184mg cholesterol, Sodium 1522mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 45g protein.

TURKEY-CHEESE MELT



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No need to fire up the griddle to make this tasty Turkey-Cheese Melt for one. Zap it in the microwave to enjoy it warm.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 whole wheat sandwich roll, partially split
1 Tbsp. MIRACLE WHIP Light Dressing
5 slices OSCAR MAYER Deli Fresh Bold Mesquite Smoked Turkey Breast
1 KRAFT 2% Milk Singles
1 slice tomato
5 thin slices cucumber

Steps:

  • Spread roll with dressing; fill with remaining ingredients. Wrap in paper towel.
  • Microwave on HIGH 20 to 30 sec. or until warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 940 mg, Carbohydrate 25 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 15 g

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh, flavorful bread, cheese, and turkey. Look for a bread that is sturdy enough to hold up to the fillings, but not too dense. A good melting cheese, such as cheddar or Gruyère, is essential for a gooey, satisfying melt. And finally, use deli turkey that is thinly sliced and has a good flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of bread and cheese. There are endless possibilities when it comes to creating a cheesy turkey melt. Try using different types of bread, such as sourdough, rye, or even croissants. And don't be afraid to mix and match different types of cheese. A combination of cheddar and Swiss is a classic, but you could also try using mozzarella, provolone, or goat cheese.
  • Add some extras to your melt. To make your melt even more delicious, try adding some extras, such as sliced avocado, bacon, or tomatoes. You could also add a dollop of sour cream or salsa. Get creative and have fun with it!
  • Cook your melt until the cheese is melted and bubbly. The key to a perfect cheesy turkey melt is to cook it until the cheese is melted and bubbly. This will take about 3-5 minutes in a panini press or on a stovetop griddle.

Conclusion:

The cheesy turkey melt is a classic sandwich that is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a tasty and comforting sandwich, give the cheesy turkey melt a try.

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