Are you looking for some great, new panini recipes? Then you have come to the right place! Get your panini press ready because we have lots of fantastic panini ideas that will make lunchtime and dinner time exciting.
A panini is very similar to grilled cheese. Any warmed, pressed sandwich can be considered a panini. The amazing panini recipes on this list are tasty, filling, and full of interesting flavors.
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Best Panini Recipes
From veggie-filled paninis to meat stuffed grilled sandwiches, there is something here for everyone! We strongly suggest trying every one of these delicious sandwiches and deciding which you like best. You can make a panini with almost anything!
1. Buffalo Chicken Panini
Our buffalo chicken panini is one of our favorite sandwich recipes in the world. Spicy buffalo chicken and salty feta cheese go well together. The bright orange buffalo sauce also looks tasty with the bright white feta.
We use flatbread rolls to make this buffalo chicken panini. Any kind of flat grain bread will work well. Sourdough bread is delicious with buffalo chicken panini as it adds a tart twist to the delicious sandwich.
2. Proscuitto Pineapple Panini
This is the recipe you need to try if you like sweet and salty sandwiches. Sliced crusty bread is layered with thinly sliced Proscuitto, pineapple, and fresh mozzarella cheese. Spread homemade or storebought pesto across the bread.
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Add a top piece of bread and grill the sandwich in a panini press or keep it open-faced. Melt the cheese under a broiler if you opt for the open-faced sandwich option. This recipe from Gimme Some Oven is a keeper!
3. Mushroom and Goat Cheese Panini
This veggie panini is perfect for those who want a meat-free sandwich. Vanilla and Bean will show you how to make this perfect veggie sandwich.
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Use focaccia or ciabatta bread to make this delicious sandwich. Caramelized onions, chopped baby portobello mushrooms, garlic, thyme, and salt are cooked in a skillet. The sauteed veggies are sandwiched in the bread with goat cheese and roasted red peppers.
4. Avocado Veggie Panini
This panini recipe is another great veggie hot sandwich that you will adore. The recipe from Pinch of Yum has the perfect amount of veggies and cheese to make the panini a tasty, healthy lunch option.
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Mashed avocado is spread across thick pieces of crusty bread. Choose mozzarella cheese or provolone for your sandwich. They will both taste amazing!
5. Croque Monsieur
This Croque monsieur recipe from Recipe Tin Eats is the ultimate grilled cheese sandwich. Layers of ham and cheese are sandwiched between thick slices of sourdough bread. Homemade bechamel sauce is spread on the bread, adding even more flavor.
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The big panini can be grilled in a heavy skillet or cooked in a panini maker. The melted swiss cheese and hot ham will amaze you. You will never want a boring ham and cheese sandwich ever again!
6. Crab Salad Panini
This crab salad panini is unique and delicious. Simply Recipes will show you exactly how to make this perfect lunchtime panini.
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Fresh lump crab meat is mixed with tabasco sauce, lemon, mayonnaise, fresh parsley, and green onion. The crab salad is pressed between two thick slices of sourdough on a panini press. The warm seafood salad is perfect for summer or cold winter months.
7. Pizza Panini
Any pizza lover will adore this melted cheese pizza panini. The Recipe Critic uses the perfect amount of marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni slices.
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Use a panini maker to get perfect grill marks on the pizza sandwich. Skip the pepperoni slices for a vegetarian pizza melt. This may be our favorite of all the Italian panini recipes out there. It is simple and tasty!
8. Eggplant Panini
This eggplant panini with pesto sauce is the perfect summer sandwich. Skinnytaste uses fresh sliced tomato and eggplant. If you have both in your garden, you are in luck!
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Homemade basil pesto adds an incredible amount of flavor. Use French or Italian bread slices to make this light meal.
9. Strawberry Basil and Goat Cheese Panini
This panini recipe is almost a dessert. The sweet strawberries and salty goat cheese are irresistible! Cookie and Kate will show you exactly how to make this amazing panini.
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Adding fruit to a panini takes the sandwich to a whole new level. The light cheese keeps this panini nice and healthy.
10. Roast Pork Panini
Some panini recipes are hearty enough for dinner. This hot sandwich is a great way to use leftover pork tenderloin. The Kitchn will show you how to make a perfect pork panini.
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Pork, salami, and provolone cheese are pressed together in a panini maker. The cheese panini is an easy-to-cook dinner that your whole family will love.
11. Chocolate and Brie Panini
This hot chocolate and brie panini is the ultimate dessert. The warm, melted brie and soft, rich chocolate are a perfect combination. Just a Taste has the perfect panini recipe to make this decadent dish happen.
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Try adding a few slices of bacon to give the hot sandwich a salty taste. Play around with different types of chocolate to give the recipe a new twist and flavor.
12. Zucchini Grilled Cheese
Grilled cheese is a type of panini by definition. This delicious zucchini grilled cheese from Smitten Kitchen is amazing.
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Shredded zucchini adds a whole new layer of flavor to the classic grilled cheese. Zucchini is also quite healthy, so you can feel good about eating such a nutritious hot sandwich.
13. Turkey Panini
Use leftover Thanksgiving turkey to make this awesome panini from Feel Good Foodie. Mayonnaise and provolone cheese adds a nice salty taste. Cranberry sauce gives the sandwich a fruity twist.
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Press the sandwich in a panini maker to seal it closed and heat the meat perfectly. This turkey panini is one of our favorite panini recipes out there!
14. Italian Melt
Scale down this recipe from Half Baked Harvest, so the sandwich fits in your panini press. Crusty ciabatta, salami, salty prosciutto and spicy arugula make a fantastic melt.
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Use a grill pan or actual grill if you want to make a larger sized sandwich. You are going to want a lot of this tasty sandwich on hand!
15. Turkey Bacon Panini
This tasty bacon sandwich from Modern Honey is perfect for lunch, dinner, or even as a late night snack. The fig jam makes the panini sweet. The salty bacon is crisp and warm.
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Adding fruit is a great way to make this recipe kid-friendly. The arugula gives the dish a subtle spice and a serving of healthy veggies.
16. Turkey Pesto Panini
Jo Cooks will show you how to make an incredible turkey, pesto, and tomato panini.
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Roasted red peppers add lots of color and flavor to the meal. Smokey turkey goes well with the vibrant taste of the pesto.
17. Three Cheese Grilled Cheese
We adore this cheese panini recipe from Two Peas and Their Pod. It is made with three different cheeses to make the ultimate lunch. This recipe will taste incredible dunked in a bowl of tomato soup!
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18. Pancetta Mac and Cheese Panini
This incredible recipe from Damn Delicious is the perfect combination of comfort foods. Mac and cheese and grilled cheese come together to make one amazing sandwich. You are going to want to eat this one every single day.
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19. Spinach Feta Grilled Cheese
This is one of the easiest panini recipes on our list. You only need a few ingredients to make this perfect dish from Budget Bytes.
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Fresh spinach and feta cheese are pressed between white bread. The bread is toasted in a panini press, and the perfectly warmed sandwich is ready to eat!
20. Corned Beef and Cabbage Panini
Celebrate St.Patrick’s Day with a big corned beef and cabbage panini! Well Plated by Erin will show you exactly how to make this festive dish.
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Pumpernickle and sliced corned beef are essential to this recipe. Irish cheddar brings out even more of the amazing taste. A few sliced onions and some tender cabbage make these toasted paninis pure perfection.
21. Granola Crusted Apple Turkey Panini
This tasty panini has an extra crunch thanks to toasted granola. Inspired Taste will show you how to coat your bread with mayo, sprinkle on some granola, and use a panini maker to make golden brown paninis.
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The sweet apple is delicious with the meaty turkey. Cut the sandwiches into small pieces and serve as an appetizer. Paninis on a toothpick are always a good idea!
22. Ham and Cheese Breakfast Panini
Paninis are usually served at lunch and dinner. They are also great at breakfast time!
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Give this breakfast recipe from A Spicy Perspective a try. Use prosciutto in place of ham for a fancier breakfast. It will definitely make your morning more exciting!
23. Chocolate Paninis
Check out this recipe from Once Upon a Chef, and you will know exactly what you want for dessert tonight. Chocolate paninis are easy, decadent, and delicious.
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One bite will warm up your soul and put a smile on your face. There isn’t much cooking involved which makes this dessert idea even better.
24. Cuban Panini
A warm Cuban from Dinner, Then Dessert is one of our favorite panini recipes. Pulled pork, sliced ham, melted swiss cheese, and a creamy mustard sauce are irresistible!
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Don’t forget to add the creamy mustard sauce that makes this hot sandwich extra special.
25. Goat Cheese, Strawberries and Peaches Panini
We are ending our list of panini recipes with an incredibly sweet and salty creation from Ambitious Kitchen. Warm goat cheese, sliced strawberries, and ripe peaches are one of the best combinations out there.
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Serve small versions as appetizers at your next party. Make this recipe go with an afternoon glass of wine. It is amazing any time of day, morning, noon, or night!
Delicious Sandwich Ideas for Your Panini Press
Which panini are you going to try first? It’s a tough choice as they all look so good! Luckily, you can have a panini anytime and every day! Enjoy.
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