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Open‑Faced Turkey & Gravy Sandwiches

Open‑Faced Turkey & Gravy Sandwiches are cozy diner-style comfort food made with warm turkey, soft toast, and savory gravy. They’re a quick, nostalgic way to turn leftover turkey and gravy into a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • roasted or cooked turkey breast slices thick slices, fresh or leftover
  • gravy homemade, jarred, powdered, or leftover Thanksgiving gravy
  • white sandwich bread or Texas toast or whole wheat bread
  • butter optional, for spreading on the toast
  • mashed potatoes optional, for layering between the bread and turkey
  • a splash chicken broth or water optional, to loosen thick gravy
  • to taste black pepper optional, for finishing
  • fresh parsley optional, for garnish
  • steamed peas, corn, or favorite veggie for serving

Instructions
 

  • Pour the gravy into a saucepan and warm it over medium-low heat, stirring now and then so it does not bubble over.
  • If the turkey is cold, tuck the slices into the simmering gravy to warm them gently and keep them moist.
  • If the gravy looks extra thick, stir in a splash of chicken broth or water to loosen it.
  • Toast the bread slices in a toaster or oven until they are soft and golden around the edges.
  • If using butter, spread a little on the warm toast, or brown the bread in a skillet with butter for extra richness.
  • Lay each slice of bread on a plate and, if using mashed potatoes, spread a generous scoop over the bread.
  • Place the warm turkey slices over the bread or mashed potatoes.
  • Spoon plenty of hot gravy over the turkey so it spills over the sides and pools on the plate.
  • Finish with a little black pepper or fresh parsley, if desired.
  • Add steamed peas, corn, or another favorite veggie on the side and serve immediately while hot and gooey.

Notes

Store leftover turkey and gravy in airtight containers, separate from the bread, in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Reheat turkey and gravy gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of water or broth if needed, and build fresh sandwiches when ready to serve. Whole assembled sandwiches do not freeze well, but leftover turkey and gravy can be frozen separately.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal
Keyword comfort food, hot turkey sandwich, leftover turkey recipe, open faced turkey sandwich, Open‑Faced Turkey & Gravy Sandwiches, Thanksgiving leftovers, turkey and gravy
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