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Lunch does not have to be boring with these tasty sandwich ideas for kids. We have ideas that even the pickiest eaters will enjoy and they are all super easy to make.

Lunch does not have to be boring with these tasty sandwich ideas for kids. We have ideas that even the pickiest eaters will enjoy. These are the best sandwich ideas for lunch or for dinner! #eatingonadime #sandwichrecipes #sandwichideas

Delicious sandwich ideas for kids

What's in this post: The Best Sandwich Ideas for Kids

We are all thinking about clever ways to pack our kids’ lunch boxes and make things they will actually eat.  No one wants to spend time and money packing things your kids won’t touch.  You need to check out this easy list of ideas sure to impress the kiddos.

Lunch boxes are going to be full of yummy lunch ideas thanks to these recipes.

Meatless

1. Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe

A perfectly grilled cheese sandwich, sliced in half with gooey cheese spilling out, sits invitingly on a white plate atop a wooden cutting board. In the background, a bowl of ridge-cut potato chips awaits your indulgence.
Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe
Each bite is loaded with melted cheese that is creamy and amazing. You can’t go wrong once you learn how to make the best grilled cheese here.
Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe

2. Grilled Margherita Sandwiches

Grilled Margherita Sandwiches
Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil make this sandwich tasty enough for the adults. Try the easy but delicious recipe here.
Grilled Margherita Sandwiches

3. Guacamole Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Guacamole Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Layers of cheddar cheese, thick guacamole, and more come together for a different but amazing twist on the classic grilled cheese.  Kids and adults alike will enjoy the recipe here.
Guacamole Grilled Cheese Sandwich

4. Grilled Cheese Roll ups

Grilled Cheese Roll ups
Picky eaters will gobble up these fun roll ups. It's amazing how sometimes just changing the shape will make kids excited. Find the recipe here.
Grilled Cheese Roll ups

5. Cream Cheese and Banana Sandwich

Cream Cheese and Banana Sandwich
This easy recipe is layered with cream cheese and bananas for a really tasty lunch here. Kids will love it!
Cream Cheese and Banana Sandwich

6. Cucumber Dill Cream Cheese Sandwiches

Cucumber Sandwich With Dill Cream Cheese
Cream cheese and cucumbers with the best seasoning turn an ordinary sandwich into something extraordinary. The recipe here is light yet filling.
Cucumber Sandwich With Dill Cream Cheese

7. Homemade Uncrustables

A round, crustless sandwich with a bite taken out of it, placed on a white wooden surface. To the right is a small dish of dark purple jam, and part of a wooden rolling pin is visible in the top-left corner. Other homemade uncrustables are partially visible at the edges.
Homemade Uncrustables
Skip the store-bought version and save money with this freezer-friendly recipe here. Kids love these and they are super easy to make.
Homemade Uncrustables

8. Veggie Loaded Grilled Cheese

Veggie Loaded Grilled Cheese
Sneak in extra veggies in this grilled cheese recipe. It's so tasty that your kiddos won't even complain about eating their veggies!
Veggie Loaded Grilled Cheese

Beef

9. Cheeseburger Sloppy Joes

Cheeseburger Sloppy Joes
This easy recipe here is the perfect dinner idea for a busy night.  It’s packed with lots of yummy bacon for a tasty twist on the traditional Sloppy Joes Recipe.
Cheeseburger Sloppy Joes

10. Easy French Dip Sandwich

Easy French Dip Sandwich
Just 10 minutes and you can have a tender and flavorful French dip sandwich ready to enjoy for lunch. Get the recipe here.
Easy French Dip Sandwich

11. Crockpot Cheeseburger Sandwiches

Crockpot Cheeseburger Sandwiches
The slow cooker makes this easy to enjoy for lunch even on busy weeknights. Similar to white castle burgers, the recipe here is sure to be a hit.
Crockpot Cheeseburger Sandwiches

12. Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes

Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes
You will love this twist on traditional sloppy joes here. The peppers and onion are delicious with the melted cheese and the flavor is amazing.
Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes

13. BBQ Sloppy Joes Recipe

BBQ Sloppy Joes Recipe
Skip the canned sloppy joes and make this easy and hearty recipe here.  Not only will you save money but it tastes better than anything at the grocery store!
BBQ Sloppy Joes Recipe

Chicken

14. Kansas City Barbecue Bacon Chicken Sandwiches

Kansas City Barbecue Bacon Chicken Sandwiches
Try the delicious combination of chicken, barbecue sauce, onions, and more here. Perfect for an easy lunch thanks to the crock pot.
Kansas City Barbecue Bacon Chicken Sandwiches

15. Easy Chicken Salad

A croissant sandwich filled with the best chicken salad recipe and leafy greens is served on a white plate. The sandwich is accompanied by a side of potato chips, and a small sprig of fresh dill is visible in the background. The setting is light and airy.
Easy Chicken Salad
This is so simple to make and really creamy and tasty. Serve it over lettuce or on croissants for a great meal everyone can enjoy here.
Easy Chicken Salad

16. Slow Cooker Chicken Philly Sandwiches

Slow Cooker Chicken Philly Sandwiches
Tender chicken, veggies, and the perfect blend of seasoning make these chicken Philly sandwiches the best. Try it here.
Slow Cooker Chicken Philly Sandwiches

17. Teriyaki Chicken Sandwich

Teriyaki Chicken Sandwich
Jazz up plain chicken with teriyaki sauce and sweet pineapple slices here. Everyone will enjoy this sandwich.
Teriyaki Chicken Sandwich

18. Creamy Pesto Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Creamy Pesto Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Gourmet does not have to be complicated and this easy sandwich is amazing. Grilled chicken, pesto, and more turn into the best lunch here.
Creamy Pesto Grilled Chicken Sandwich

19. Crockpot Root Beer Chicken Sandwich

Crockpot Root Beer Chicken Sandwich
This is a fun twist to your normal chicken sandwich that your kids are going to love. The recipe here will be a hit with the entire family and so easy.
Crockpot Root Beer Chicken Sandwich

20. Balsamic Pulled Chicken Sliders

21. Crockpot Pulled Chicken

Crockpot Pulled Chicken
Lunch will be a hit when you make this filling and delicious tender chicken packed with the best sauce here.  Serve on your favorite rolls or buns for a great meal.
Crockpot Pulled Chicken

Pork

22. Pizza grilled cheese sandwich recipe

Pizza grilled cheese sandwich recipe
Jazz up plain grilled cheese with delicious Texas Toast for a super easy meal here. Your kids will go crazy over this recipe and can choose their favorite toppings.
Pizza grilled cheese sandwich recipe

23. Muffaletta Sandwich

Muffaletta Sandwich
Marinated artichokes, olives, deli meat and more come together for a really tasty sandwich here. Lunch will never be boring again!
Muffaletta Sandwich

24. Monte Cristo Sandwich

Monte Cristo Sandwich
This easy twist on ham and cheese turns the basic sandwich into something amazing. See the recipe here.
Monte Cristo Sandwich

25. Baked Ham and Cheese

Baked Ham and Cheese
Goat cheese, gruyere cheese, and ham jazz up a plain lunch into something gourmet here. Yum!
Baked Ham and Cheese

26. Mini Poppy Seed Ham Sandwiches on Hawaiian Sheet Rolls

Mini Poppy Seed Ham Sandwiches on Hawaiian Sheet Rolls
Hot buttery rolls with ham and cheese make a great lunch even the adults will enjoy. See the recipe here.
Mini Poppy Seed Ham Sandwiches on Hawaiian Sheet Rolls

Turkey

27. Turkey and Cheese Crescent Rolls Ups

Turkey sandwich crescent roll recipe makes a great lunch. Everyone will love the crescent rolls and you can use leftover turkey or deli meat.
Turkey and Cheese Crescent Rolls Ups
Try this easy twist on the traditional turkey and cheese sandwich but with crescent rolls here. Each bite is light and delicious.
Turkey and Cheese Crescent Rolls Ups

28. Southwest Turkey Wrap

Southwest Turkey Wrap
Turkey and cheese wrapped up in a tasty chipotle sauce take lunch to the next level. Try the recipe here.
Southwest Turkey Wrap

29. Copycat Turkey O’Toole

Copycat Turkey O’Toole
Oven-roasted turkey on a pretzel roll makes lunchtime anything but boring here. The combination is sure to impress.
Copycat Turkey O’Toole

30. Grilled California Turkey Club

Grilled California Turkey Club
This sandwich is so easy to make and loaded with turkey, bacon, alfalfa sprouts, and more for a great lunch. The kiddos will love this fresh lunch here.
Grilled California Turkey Club

31. Lemon Pepper Turkey Sandwich

Lemon Pepper Turkey Sandwich
Add a little kick to your turkey with this tasty lemon gravy flavor. See the recipe here that is perfect for leftovers.
Lemon Pepper Turkey Sandwich

32. Turkey Club Wrap

Turkey Club Wrap
Turkey, bacon, ranch, and more turn this wrap into a flavor-packed lunch idea here. It's easy to modify to make everyone happy.
Turkey Club Wrap

33. Turkey Cranberry Pesto Panini

Turkey Cranberry Pesto Panini
This is perfect for leftovers but so delicious you will want to enjoy all year round. Turkey and cranberry combine with pesto for a great lunch.
Turkey Cranberry Pesto Panini

More sandwich ideas for kids:

Tuna salad sandwich recipe

A plate with a chicken salad sandwich on whole wheat bread, cut in half and placed side by side. The sandwich contains lettuce and chicken salad filling. Rippled potato chips are served alongside, reminiscent of a classic tuna salad sandwich recipe. A checkered cloth is partially visible in the bottom left corner.
Tuna salad sandwich recipe
Packed with protein and delicious as a sandwich, you can’t go wrong with the tuna salad recipe here! It’s also perfect for those days you don’t want to heat up the kitchen.
Tuna salad sandwich recipe

Turkey Sandwich recipe

Try our other classic Turkey Sandwich Recipe for a kid’s favorite.

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  1. Rachel says:

    These recipes look delicous!

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  2. Trish - Mom On Timeout says:

    Awesome roundup! Thanks so much for including me 🙂

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    1. Carrie says:

      You are welcome! Thanks for stopping by!

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