Description
Crusty knob rolls filled with roasted chicken, sharp cheddar, and fresh toppings for the perfect handheld comfort meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 4 knob rolls (or small, round crusty rolls)
- Optional: drizzle of olive oil for toasting
Protein
- 12 oz roasted chicken or turkey breast, thinly sliced
- Optional: 1 fried or hard-boiled egg
Cheese
- 4 slices sharp cheddar or provolone
- Optional: crumbled feta or gouda
Fresh Elements
- 1 cup arugula or mixed greens
- 1 large ripe tomato, thinly sliced
- ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced rings
Condiments
- 2 tbsp grainy mustard
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- Optional: hot honey or aioli drizzle
Seasonings
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Optional Add-Ons
- Sliced avocado
- Quick-pickled cucumbers or onions
- Crispy shallots or fried onions
Instructions
- Prep Bread & Ingredients: Slice knob rolls with a serrated knife. Toast cut sides in a skillet with olive oil until golden. Prepare all other ingredients.
- Build Base: Spread mustard-mayo mix on the bottom roll. Add one cheese slice, then layer sliced chicken or turkey. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add Fresh Elements: Layer arugula, tomato slices, onion rings, and any optional add-ons. Add a second cheese slice if desired.
- Finish & Press (Optional): Spread mustard-mayo on the top roll. Close sandwich. Press in a skillet or sandwich press for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and melty.
- Slice & Serve: Let rest 1-2 minutes, then slice diagonally. Serve warm or wrap for on-the-go meals.
Notes
- Substitute with grilled tofu, crispy chickpeas, or egg for vegetarian options.
- Use gluten-free rolls for a GF version.
- Store assembled sandwiches wrapped in parchment in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
- Reheat in oven; avoid microwave to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, No-Bake (optional pressing)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 530 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg