Loaded Turkey, Ham, and Bacon Sandwich

Name: Loaded Turkey, Ham, and Bacon Sandwich
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 oz deli turkey, diced; 4 oz deli ham, diced; 4 slices bacon, cooked and diced; 1 tbsp butter; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1/2 yellow onion, chopped; 1/2 cup cremini mushrooms, sliced; 2 slices American cheese; 2 tbsp barbecue sauce; 1 tbsp mayonnaise; 1 tsp honey; 2 slices sandwich bread, toasted; 1/4 avocado, sliced

This loaded turkey, ham, and bacon sandwich combines three proteins with sautéed mushrooms and onions, melted cheese, fresh avocado, and tangy barbecue mayo on toasted bread. The standout feature is the caramelized vegetable base that adds depth and moisture to every bite.

🌍American 🏷️Loaded sandwich 🏷️Sandwich 🏷️Turkey 🏷️Ham Bacon

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Total

25 min

Servings

1

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$28–$46

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Ingredients

4 oz deli turkey, diced
4 oz deli ham, diced
4 slices bacon, cooked and diced
1 tbsp butter
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 yellow onion, chopped
1/2 cup cremini mushrooms, sliced
2 slices American cheese
2 tbsp barbecue sauce
1 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tsp honey
2 slices sandwich bread, toasted
1/4 avocado, sliced

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Instructions

1
Dice the deli turkey and ham into small, even pieces.
2
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced turkey and ham.
3
Season the meat with paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
4
While the meat cooks, sauté the chopped onion and sliced mushrooms in a separate pan until softened and lightly browned.
5
Add the cooked, diced bacon to the skillet with the turkey and ham mixture.
6
Place the cheese slices over the meat mixture. Stir as it melts to create a cheesy meat filling.
7
In a small bowl, whisk together the barbecue sauce, mayonnaise, and honey to create the sauce.
8
To assemble, place the cheesy meat mixture on one slice of toasted bread.
9
Top the meat with the sautéed onions and mushrooms.
10
Spread the sauce evenly on the second slice of toasted bread.
11
Layer the sliced avocado on top of the sauce.
12
Close the sandwich, slice in half diagonally, and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Sauté mushrooms and onions separately first: cook onions 3–4 minutes until golden, then mushrooms 2–3 minutes to avoid releasing excess moisture that makes bread soggy.
Dice and warm the deli meats gently in the same pan after vegetables to add moisture and warmth without drying them out before assembly.
Toast bread to a firm, golden crispness to act as a structural barrier against the moist fillings and sautéed vegetables.
Layer components in order: spread barbecue mayo on one slice, add warm proteins and vegetables, top with melted cheese, then avocado on the other slice to prevent avocado from being crushed by heat.

Substitutions

Deli turkey → rotisserie chicken, shredded (maintains moisture and protein volume)
American cheese → cheddar or Swiss (different flavor; may need 30 seconds longer to melt)
Bacon → smoked tempeh strips (vegan option; same crispy texture)
Cremini mushrooms → baby bella or button mushrooms (similar flavor and texture)

Storage & make-ahead

Store assembled sandwich wrapped in foil in the refrigerator up to 2 days; reheat unwrapped in a skillet on medium-low heat for 2–3 minutes per side until cheese re-melts and bread warms through.

Common Questions

Can I make this sandwich ahead of time?

Assemble just before toasting and serving. Pre-toasting the bread and preparing components separately allows for quick assembly; avoid assembling more than 15 minutes early to prevent bread from becoming soggy.

What type of bread works best?

Sturdy bread like sourdough, ciabatta, or a thick-cut sandwich roll holds up best to the weight of multiple proteins and sautéed vegetables without falling apart.