12 Sandwich Dinners (Yes, a Sandwich Counts)
Twelve sandwich-format dinners — burgers, melts, wraps, and quesadillas — that carry real protein, with macros and per-serving costs for each.
Somewhere along the way "sandwiches for dinner" became shorthand for not trying — which is strange, because a proper burger or a hot melt is one of the best things a kitchen produces. The economics hold up too: per Anychef catalog data, our sandwich-format mains run a median $2.30 a serving and 25 minutes, and the ones on this list all carry real protein.
Grouped by format — burgers, hot sandwiches, and the tortilla wing — with macros and costs on every one.
Burgers and joes
1. Turkey Burgers
40g protein320 cal$2.30/serving20 min
Juicy turkey patties seasoned with herbs, grilled to a perfect golden brown and ready for your favorite toppings.
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2. Chicken Sloppy Joes
32g protein360 cal$1.90/serving20 min
Shredded chicken in a tangy tomato sauce that's messy in the best way, piled on toasted buns for weekend joy.
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3. Grilled Turkey Burgers
35g protein420 cal$2.10/serving25 min
Juicy seasoned turkey patties that stay moist on the grill, a lighter burger you will actually crave.
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4. Bacon Cheeseburger Rice
46g protein620 cal$2.80/serving28 min
All the flavors of a classic cheeseburger combined in a seasoned rice bowl with beef, bacon, cheese, and pickles.
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5. Honey Ham and Cheddar Sandwich
22g protein380 cal$1.30/serving10 min
Sweet and salty honey ham with sharp cheddar on soft bread, a balance of flavors.
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6. BBQ Chicken Sandwiches
38g protein540 cal$2.30/serving30 min
Saucy grilled chicken piled on toasted buns with cool crunchy slaw, a cookout classic made easy.
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7. Turkey Meatball Subs
36g protein420 cal$2.20/serving35 min
Tender meatballs simmered in marinara, piled into crusty subs and topped with melted mozzarella for the ultimate comfort sandwich.
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8. Turkey Quesadillas
32g protein360 cal$1.90/serving20 min
Crispy flour tortillas filled with seasoned ground turkey and melted cheese, cooked until golden and served with sour cream.
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9. Peanut Butter and Berry Wrap
20g protein680 cal$1.20/serving10 min
Creamy peanut butter with fresh berries and a touch of honey wrapped in a warm tortilla for a naturally sweet, protein-rich lunch.
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10. Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps
33g protein340 cal$2.00/serving20 min
Warm, smoky turkey taco filling scooped into cool, crisp lettuce cups for a light dinner with all the flavor.
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11. Crispy Cheese Quesadillas
18g protein430 cal$1.10/serving15 min
Golden, buttery tortillas hiding a molten pull-apart cheese center, the five-minute dinner that never gets old.
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12. Spicy Chicken Wrap
42g protein420 cal$2.60/serving20 min
Seasoned grilled chicken with sriracha mayo, fresh vegetables, and crisp lettuce in a soft flour tortilla.
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