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Club Sandwich

The New York Club sandwich is a visually striking and delicious classic American sandwich celebrated for its meticulously layered ingredients. In our version, we use wafer-thin chicken slices, a slice of Swiss cheese, shredded lettuce and pan-toasted, crustless bread.

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 618 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

This recipe makes four sandwiches, each cut into four triangles. For each sandwich you'll need three slices of bread, four teaspoons of mayonnaise, three slices of chicken and two rashers of bacon. Adjust the quantities based on the size of your ingredients and personal taste preferences.
  • 12 slices bread toasted, crusts removed (optional)
  • 16 teaspoons mayonnaise
  • 12 slices chicken wafer-thin
  • lettuce shredded
  • 4 slices Emmental cheese or cheese of choice
  • 8 bacon rashers cooked till crispy
  • tomato thinly sliced
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Place your first slice of toasted bread on your work surface.
  2. Spread a little bit of mayo on the toasted bread. We typically use about one teaspoon, but use more or less depending on the size of your slice.
  3. Arrange the chicken or turkey slices on the mayo. Make sure to fluff them up to add some visual appeal and height to the sandwich.
  4. Cover the chicken with some shredded lettuce. Just be mindful not to add too much, or you might find it challenging to keep the sandwich neat and tidy.
  5. Place a slice of cheese on top of the lettuce. You might need to trim the cheese to make it fit the sandwich.
  6. Spread mayo on a second slice of toasted bread.
  7. Put the slice on top of the cheese, with the mayo side facing the cheese.
  8. Spread mayo on the top side of the bread slice.
  9. Put the bacon slices on top of the mayo. You may need to trim or break the bacon in half to make it fit neatly on the slice.
  10. Gently place enough tomato slices on top of the bacon to cover the entire surface of the sandwich. Season with salt and pepper.
  11. Arrange another layer of shredded lettuce on top of the tomato slices.
  12. Spread mayo on the third and final slice of bread.
  13. Put the bread, with the mayo side facing down, on top of the lettuce.
  14. Slice the sandwich into four equal quarters. Press down on as much of the surface area as you can while cutting to keep it together. A sharp bread knife is ideal for this task.
  15. Pierce a toothpick or a cocktail stick through each quarter. If you have a longer stick, you can thread two sandwiches.
  16. Serve the sandwich fresh with potato chips or fries and some pickles on the side.

Notes

  • Opt for thinly sliced meats, cheese and tomatoes to avoid a bulky appearance. It helps maintain a well-balanced sandwich with each layer complementing the other.
  • Position the ingredients neatly within the bread slice to avoid any parts poking out. This ensures a uniform, tidy appearance.
  • Seek out the freshest, highest-quality ingredients available. They not only enhance the flavours but also contribute to the overall experience of the sandwich.
  • Evenly spread mayo across the surface of each slice. It acts as a "glue," helping the ingredients stick together and preventing the sandwich from falling apart.
  • While butter can add richness it might make the bread too moist when combined with mayonnaise. In our experience, skipping the butter altogether works just fine.
  • A club sandwich is probably the one instance where you can get away with cold toast! Let the toast cool before adding fresh ingredients. This stops the veggies from wilting and keeps everything fresh and crisp.
  • The first time we cut a homemade club sandwich we made a real mess of it.
  • When you cut the sandwich, gently press down across as much of the surface as possible to keep the sandwich intact.
  • Start slicing from one side and work your way to the other, moving the knife tip up and down. This technique prevents the sandwich from getting squished.
  • Slice or saw, don't push down.

Nutrition Information

Calories 618kcal (31%) Carbohydrates 41g (14%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 42g (65%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Polyunsaturated Fat 12g Monounsaturated Fat 13g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 54mg (18%) Sodium 823mg (34%) Potassium 221mg (6%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 170IU (3%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 260mg (26%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 618

% Daily Value*

Calories 618kcal 31%
Carbohydrates 41g 14%
Protein 19g 38%
Fat 42g 65%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12g 71%
Monounsaturated Fat 13g 65%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 54mg 18%
Sodium 823mg 34%
Potassium 221mg 5%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 170IU 3%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 260mg 26%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.