Make Playoff Game Weekend a Win with 10 Epic Sandwiches

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This weekend’s playoff action is heating up with the NFC Championship between the San Francisco 49ers and Dallas Cowboys on Saturday, and the AFC Championship showdown with the Kansas City Chiefs facing off against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday. While you’re busy rooting for your team (or simply watching the chaos unfold), you’ll want to keep your snack game on point. Forget the chips and dip – it’s time to level up with Healthy-ish Fried Fish Sandwiches, Turkey Bacon Avocado Sandwiches with Kneaders Sauce, and a plate full of Cheesy Garlic Butter Sandwich Skewers. If you’re looking for something a little more substantial, we’ve got you covered with a Muffuletta Sandwich with Grilled Eggplant and a Grilled Cajun Chicken Sandwich that’ll have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether you’re throwing a party or keeping it lowkey, these sandwiches are guaranteed to be the real MVP of your weekend!

How to Make a Healthy-ish Fried Fish Sandwich

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Top view of crispy fried fish fillets on buns with tartar sauce and pickle slices. The buns are slightly toasted, and the sandwiches are arranged on a baking sheet.
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Ready to serve up something better than fast food this playoff weekend? How to Make a Healthy-ish Fried Fish Sandwich is crispy, golden perfection that’ll have everyone cheering for more. With homemade tartar sauce, this sandwich comes together in under 30 minutes and is leagues ahead of that McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish. Perfect for game day munching!
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Turkey Bacon Avocado Sandwich with Kneaders Sauce

Close-up of a stacked sandwich with layers of sliced turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, and cheese, held together by thick slices of bread. A creamy spread is visible between the layers.
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Game day just got a whole lot better with the Turkey Bacon Avocado Sandwich with Kneaders Sauce. Inspired by the legendary Kneaders bakery, this beauty combines crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and that zesty mustard-mayo sauce – a combo that’ll have your guests calling for a second round. It’s the perfect way to fuel up for a weekend of football madness!
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Cheesy Garlic Butter Sandwich Skewers

Two skewers with mini sandwiches are laid on a tray with foil. The sandwiches contain sliced bread, cheese, ham, and cherry tomatoes. Cups of mustard, and a red sauce are on the side, on a textured gray surface.
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Kick off your game day with these Cheesy Garlic Butter Sandwich Skewers, a fresh take on classic deli sandwiches. Packed with ham, turkey, and roast beef, all smothered in melty cheese and buttered to perfection, these skewers are guaranteed to disappear faster than a touchdown pass. Perfect for those moments when you need something quick, cheesy, and totally addictive!
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Muffuletta Sandwich with Grilled Eggplant

A close-up of a gourmet sandwich on a plate, featuring crusty bread filled with layers of mozzarella, grilled eggplant, roasted red peppers, and a green pesto spread.
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Why wait for summer when you can have it on a sandwich? This Muffuletta Sandwich with Grilled Eggplant is stacked high with pesto, roasted peppers, olive tapenade, and fresh mozzarella – it’s a flavor explosion that’ll steal the spotlight this game day. Whether you’re cheering on your team or just craving a delicious bite, this sandwich brings all the sunshine, even in the middle of winter.
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Italian Sausage Sandwich

A toasted sub sandwich filled with melted cheese and marinara sauce, placed on a wooden board. The bread is golden brown and slightly crispy. Small green herbs and spices are sprinkled around the board.
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Looking for a sandwich that’ll tackle your hunger this playoff weekend? Try the Italian Sausage Sandwich, where saucy sausage and veggies get piled into hoagie rolls, topped with melty cheese, and broiled to perfection. It’s hearty, savory, and guaranteed to keep you fueled through every nail-biting moment of the game!
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Grilled Cajun Chicken Sandwiches

Grilled seasoned chicken breast on a bun with lettuce, tomato, and sliced red onions on the side.
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Spice up your game day with Grilled Cajun Chicken Sandwiches – perfectly blackened, smoky, and bursting with flavor. The high-heat sear locks in all the juiciness, making each bite a fiery, tender celebration. Perfect for those who like their football (and their sandwiches) with a little extra heat!
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French Onion Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Close-up of a stacked grilled cheese sandwich with caramelized onions. Gooey melted cheese oozes from between the toasted slices of bread, and the onions are golden brown, contrasting with the crispy bread. The background is softly blurred.
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The French Onion Grilled Cheese Sandwich is here to prove that soup can totally be turned into a sandwich! Caramelized onions and melty Gruyere come together for a grilled cheese that’s got all the savory goodness of your favorite soup, minus the spoon. It’s the perfect game day comfort food that’ll have everyone cheering for a second helping!
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Club Sandwich

A close-up of a stacked sandwich on whole-grain bread. Layers include turkey slices, bacon, cheese, avocado, tomato, lettuce, and sauce. A toothpick secures the sandwich. The sandwich is served on a black plate with lettuce on the side.
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Kick your game day spread up a notch with the Honey Bacon Club Sandwich! Toasted bread, crispy bacon, smoked turkey, honey ham, and that sweet honey mustard spread come together for a sandwich that’s just as bold as your team. With every bite, you’ll be wondering how you ever watched the game without this deliciousness in your hands.
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Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich

Close-up of a toasted sandwich on a wooden board, filled with melted cheese, sliced ham, and grilled chicken. Two skewers hold the sandwich together. The gooey cheese is dripping slightly from the edge.
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Get ready to take your sandwich game to the next level with the Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich – think grilled cheese, but way more glamorous! Crispy chicken, smoky ham, and melted cheese come together in a decadently rich combo that’s perfect for snacking during the game. It’s the sandwich that’ll have your taste buds doing a touchdown dance!
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Easy Baked Salmon Sandwich with Zesty Lemon Mayo and Arugula

A close-up of a sandwich with a cross-section view. It features a crispy brown roll filled with a slice of cooked salmon, fresh green arugula, cucumber slices, and a layer of creamy sauce. The sandwich rests on a gray surface.
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Looking for a quick and fresh game day bite? The Easy Baked Salmon Sandwich with Zesty Lemon Mayo and Arugula is here to deliver! Ready in just 20 minutes, this light yet flavorful sandwich is perfect for halftime snacking, bringing together zesty lemon mayo and fresh arugula in a way that’ll make your taste buds feel like MVPs.
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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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