Melty, cheesy, and incredibly easy to make — this Baked Deli Chicken Sandwich is the ultimate quick lunch. Loaded with gooey cheese and savory chicken, it will become your new favorite.
Why I Love This Baked Deli Chicken Sandwich Recipe!
This Baked Deli Chicken Sandwich recipe is a perfect choice when you want a quick and hearty lunch! This easy cheesy baked deli chicken sandwich is a great way to load up on healthy veggies, add in some cheese, and get your protein in when you have just a couple of minutes! I realize that I’m updating this longtime favourite deli meat sandwich recipe on Valentine’s Day, so this one’s for all the bachelors or bachelorettes out there that want an easy, tasty, and filling meal in order to treat yourself! Of course, even if you’ve got a better half, then you could prepare this for you two to enjoy - or perhaps you can be greedy and enjoy this yourself! You can quite honestly enjoy this Baked Chicken Sandwich any time you want because it’s absolutely delicious with sweetness, spiciness, and smokiness, and it comes together so fast! Plus, it features incredible homemade sauces that are fresh and vibrant!
25 min
3 small sandwiches
medium
Baked Deli Chicken Sandwich Recipe (SUPER Cheesy!)
In this Baked Chicken Sandwich with deli chicken we have loads of fresh veggies and a strong smoked gouda cheese! I’m using some oven roasted deli chicken here to make this deli chicken sandwich a convenient lunch option. I love getting lots of meat at the deli counter because there are so many options to choose from! I have to admit, when I get some deli meat, I do plow through it! Not only in lunches, but it makes for some great snacks in between meals!
This Baked Deli Chicken Sandwich was my attempt to share the secret of the ultimate sandwich shop experience at home. I like to enjoy a good sandwich from local bakeries that have some really incredible combinations, but I also love to purchase some fresh baguettes at the grocery store! What better way to enjoy a soft and warm baguette than in a sub with your favourite goodies? Fresh, healthy, tasty and easy to make!
Tools Needed to Make This Baked Deli Chicken Sandwich
Ingredients for Cheesy Baked Deli Chicken Sandwich
You just need a couple of simple and fresh ingredients for this Baked Deli Chicken Sandwich:
Oven Roasted Deli chicken: If you want to be adventurous, you can use any deli meat of your choice, such as those that are seasoned with different spices. Experiment and enjoy!
Baguette or ciabatta: The bread I used was a sourdough/baguette fusion.
Cheese: I used smoked gouda cheese to add a touch of heat. I really love the jalapeños in here!
Bacon: You can prepare your bacon however you would like and use the flavour of bacon of your choice. I baked my bacon strips in the oven, and maple flavoured bacon is my favourite!
Spicy Mayonnaise: Made with mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, lemon juice, garlic cloves, salt and pepper. You can check out the full recipe for more details and how to store your extra spicy mayo, plus other serving suggestions!
Honey mustard: Simply made with honey and mustard. I’m using this organic Dijon mustard that I’ve grown to love! It is much lighter and tastier than regular Dijon, and it costs about the same too, so I highly recommend you pick this up! I can’t go back to the regular stuff now!
Salt and pepper: Essential seasonings to bring out all the amazing flavours in our sandwich!
You could purchase your favourite fresh baguette at the grocery store or make your own! I have yet to make a baguette at home, but that sure is one of my missions for the future. What are your current cooking goals? Let me know in the comments! If making a baguette has been on your bucket list, then I definitely recommend you check that off as part of your Live to Cookone-month challenge, which you can get started on right now by signing up to my free email newsletter!
Why Deli Chicken?
In this Baked Deli Chicken Sandwich, I used oven roasted chicken for my deli meat of choice. As I mention in my free motivational guide to explore your potential in the kitchen, Make Cooking Fun!!, if you have a suitable substitute already, then there’s no need to go out to purchase EXACTLY what I’m using! With that being said, you can most certainly feel free to use any cut of meat you like! You could even mix and match your favourite deli meats! I tend to alternate between using turkey and chicken for my deli meats. I bet this recipe would work really well with some ham too, so be sure to give that a try and let me know what you think in the comments!
How to Make This Cheesy Baked Deli Chicken Sandwich
This cheesy baked deli chicken sandwich can be made in just a few easy steps! This is perfect for lunch time! The only cooking that’s done with this sandwich is letting the cheese become molten in the oven! Be sure to scroll down to the bottom of this post so that you have the FULL PRINTABLE RECIPE for all ingredient measurements, and to save the recipe for later!
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette or ciabatta lengthwise and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 5 minutes, just until lightly toasted inside.
Prepare the Sauces
In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sriracha, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth for the spicy mayo.
For the honey mustard, mix together dijon mustard and honey until well combined.
For the Baked Deli Chicken Sandwich
Spread 2-3 tbsp of spicy mayo on each half of the toasted bread. Layer the pieces of chicken on the bottom slice, followed by the gouda slices.
Place the bottom slice back in the oven for 2-5 minutes, or until the gouda is bubbling and melted.
While the cheese melts, arrange the pickles on the top half of the bread. Once the cheese is melted, remove the bottom half from the oven. Top the chicken with crispy bacon, red onion slices, tomato, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Drizzle honey mustard over the veggies.
Once the cheese is melted, remove the bottom half from the oven. Top the chicken with crispy bacon, red onion slices, tomato, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Drizzle honey mustard over the veggies.
Add the shredded lettuce on top, then close the sandwich.
Slice into smaller portions as desired, and enjoy your delicious, gourmet deli chicken sandwich!
Tips for Baked Deli Chicken Sandwich
Plan ahead and prepare the spicy mayo and honey mustard ahead of time! Make sure to store on an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week to always be sandwich ready.
Add a spin to the toppings by adding fresh avocado slices, jalapeños or replacing onions with pickled onions for a refreshing tang.
Use the fresh bread from your local bakery if possible to get the ultimate sandwich experience, there’s nothing like toasting a freshly baked loaf of bread from the day. You could also top the sandwich with buns instead of sliced bread, if desired.
Swap out the deli roasted chicken with roasted turkey, garlic deli chicken, Mediterranean style deli chicken or even roast beef.
For a homemade touch, add freshly grilled skinless chicken breast or try out my Italian grilled chicken.
Turn this sandwich into a complete meal by pairing it with a light salad.
Serving Your Baked Deli Chicken Sandwich
As described, I added some Spicy Mayo and honey mustard to my sandwich, plus more of each for dipping. I also dipped my sandwich in my all-time favourite hot sauce, Dawson’s. Ketchup can also be a nice dipping sauce too. Yes, I dipped my sandwich in sauce! I do that with burgers too, actually!
If you’re looking for some side dishes to accompany the sandwiches for a complete meal, here are a few tasty ideas:
These Baked Deli Chicken Sandwiches will can be stored in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. While you can keep them in an airtight container,my recommendation would be to tightly wrap them in plastic wrap to best preserve them. To have these sandwiches the next day, they best experience is it remove the chill from the sandwich and warm the bread until lightly toasted. Unwrap the sandwiches from the plastic wrap and place on a hot non-stick pan with a touch of butter or oil. Gently heat until the bread is warmed through and optionally, to get an amazing crust, press lightly with a burger press as the sandwich warms up.
It's loaded: oven-roasted deli chicken, melted smoked gouda and crispy maple bacon on a toasted baguette or ciabatta, with lettuce, tomato, thin red onion and dill pickles, plus a spicy mayo and honey mustard.
Why bake a deli sandwich instead of eating it cold?▼
Baking melts the smoked gouda over the chicken on the toasted bread, so you get a hot, gooey, gourmet sandwich instead of a flat cold one. It only takes a few minutes under a 400°F oven.
What sauces go on it?▼
Two homemade ones: a spicy mayo (mayonnaise, sriracha, garlic and a little lemon) and a quick honey mustard (Dijon whisked with honey). Together they bring heat and sweetness to balance the smoky gouda and bacon.
Let me know what you think of this recipe in the comments! If you’ve tried this recipe, be sure to post it on social media and tag it with #cookingwithanadi and mention me @cooking.with.anadi. Thank you!
Recipe by Anadi Misra
Baked Deli Chicken Sandwich Recipe (SUPER Cheesy!)
Melty, cheesy, and incredibly easy to make — this Baked Deli Chicken Sandwich is the ultimate quick lunch. Loaded with gooey cheese and savory chicken, it will become your new favorite.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette or ciabatta lengthwise and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 5 minutes, just until lightly toasted inside.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) (200°C). Slice the baguette or ciabatta lengthwise and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 5 minutes, just until lightly toasted inside.
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Prepare the sauces: In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sriracha, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth for the spicy mayo. For the honey mustard, mix together dijon mustard and honey until well combined.
Prepare the sauces: In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sriracha, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth for the spicy mayo. For the honey mustard, mix together dijon mustard and honey until well combined.
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Spread 2–3 tbsp of spicy mayo on each half of the toasted bread. Layer the deli chicken on the bottom slice, followed by the gouda slices.
Spread 2–3 tbsp of spicy mayo on each half of the toasted bread. Layer the deli chicken on the bottom slice, followed by the gouda slices.
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Place the bottom slice back in the oven for 2-5 minutes, or until the gouda is bubbling and melted.
Place the bottom slice back in the oven for 2-5 minutes, or until the gouda is bubbling and melted.
5
While the cheese melts, arrange the pickles on the top half of the bread.
While the cheese melts, arrange the pickles on the top half of the bread.
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Once the cheese is melted, remove the bottom half from the oven. Top the chicken with crispy bacon, red onion slices, tomato, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Drizzle honey mustard over the veggies.
Once the cheese is melted, remove the bottom half from the oven. Top the chicken with crispy bacon, red onion slices, tomato, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Drizzle honey mustard over the veggies.
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Add the shredded lettuce on top, then close the sandwich. Slice into smaller portions as desired, and enjoy your delicious, gourmet deli chicken sandwich!
Add the shredded lettuce on top, then close the sandwich. Slice into smaller portions as desired, and enjoy your delicious, gourmet deli chicken sandwich!
Notes
•*Cooking times may vary based upon your oven.
Nutrition per serving
1152
Calories
30g
Protein
55g
Carbs
92g
Fat
6g
Fiber
31g
Sugar
3568mg
Sodium
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