3 Perfect Picnic Sandwiches

July 16, 2021
Eric Hofmann

Perfect Picnic Sandwiches

I like to take food to the next level! While PB&J’s are usually the best choice for the kids, I want a sandwich I look forward to eating all day! In my house, the perfect picnic sandwich has 3 basic requirements!

The Perfect Picnic Sandwiches

Has to be made the night before the picnic! I want to make an amazing sandwich that I can wrap in butcher paper, toss in a ziplock bag, and know it’s going to taste great the next day. Getting out the door is so much easier when food is all ready to go.
Should never get soggy! This is easily accomplished by using a higher quality of bread. Put away the normal loaf of white/wheat sandwich bread and dive into the world of French, Ciabatta, Semolina, and other freshly made breads. These breads tend to have a harder crust that helps them stay “soggy-free!”
Has to have ingredients that I crave! Sure a turkey sandwich with American cheese accomplishes the task. But, a steak sandwich with horseradish sauce and sharp cheddar…I’ll be anticipating the moment I get to bite into that one all day.

Here are 3 Perfect Picnic Sandwich recipes that meet these requirements and are sure to raise the level of your picnic!

Chipotle Chicken Bacon Ranch Picnic Sandwich Recipe

Ingredients

2, 12-inch loaves semolina or french bread (unsliced)
½ cup chipotle sauce
¼ cup ranch
¼ cup mayo
2 lbs shredded rotisserie chicken
2 lbs bacon
1 lb cheddar cheese (sliced)
1 small red onion (diced)
3 cups spinach

Make It

Create the sandwich on the full loaf of bread. Slice in 3 inch portions and wrap in butcher paper when complete.
Mix together chipotle sauce, ranch, and mayo and spread on bread.
Cook bacon, pour off grease and chop.
Add on remaining ingredients and refrigerate overnight.

Horsey Steak and Cheddar Picnic Sandwich Recipe

Ingredients

2, 12-inch loaves of ciabatta bread
1 lb sharp cheddar cheese (sliced)
2 lbs thinly sliced steak (or roast beef)
½ cup sour cream
2 Tbsp horseradish
2 Tbsp mayo
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
⅛ tsp black pepper
1 red onion
⅛ cup butter
1 tsp salt
¼ cup pickled jalapeno peppers

Make It

Create the sandwich on the full loaf of bread. Slice in 3-inch portions and wrap in butcher paper when complete.
Mix together sour cream, horseradish, mayo, vinegar, and black pepper to use as a sauce for the sandwich.
Brown steak or roast beef in a skillet, add salt.
Saute red onion in a skillet adding 1 pad of butter to help caramelize.
Assemble the sandwich with the remaining ingredients and refrigerate overnight.

The Grazie Italian Picnic Sandwich Recipe

Ingredients

2, 12-inch loaves ciabatta or other Italian bread (unsliced)
2 red peppers (diced)
1 lb genoa hard salami
1 lb prosciutto
1 lb ham
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 Tbsp oregano
1 tsp black pepper
4 cups spinach
2 Roma tomatoes (sliced)
¼ cup banana peppers
1 lb provolone cheese (sliced)
½ cup red onion

Make It

Create the sandwich on the full loaf of bread. Slice in 3-inch portions and wrap in butcher paper when complete.
Mix together olive oil, vinegar, oregano, and black pepper for sauce. Double recipe if needed.
Assemble sandwich with remaining ingredients and refrigerate overnight.

Not Your Ordinary Picnic Sandwiches

When you’re outside enjoying the beauty of the outdoors we know your picnic and your taste buds are going to love these sandwiches. Join us in raising a loaf of Ciabatta to the Perfect Picnic Sandwiches.

If you’re sick of sandwiches for picnic’s we have just the thing for you. Check out these 3 Easy Summer Picnic Recipes That Aren’t Sandwiches.