New York Grilled Turkey Club on the Arteflame

Introduction

There’s nothing quite like recreating a classic New York deli sandwich right at home—and doing it all on your Arteflame Grill takes it to the next level. This NYC Deli-Style Grilled Turkey Club layers smoked turkey, crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, and ripe tomato between buttery toasted bread, all grilled to golden perfection without ever needing an oven or pan. The Arteflame’s unique design lets you build flavors with high-heat searing and finish it all gently on the flat top, giving each bite that delicious New York deli-quality flavor and texture.

Ingredients

• 1 lb turkey breast, sliced (preferably thick-cut deli or leftover carved turkey)
• 8 strips thick-cut bacon
• 8 slices sourdough bread
• 4 slices cheddar cheese
• 1 large tomato, thinly sliced
• 1 cup romaine lettuce, shredded
• 4 tbsp mayonnaise
• 4 tbsp softened butter (for spreading)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up your Arteflame grill

1. Pour a little vegetable oil on three folded paper napkins and place them at the base of your Arteflame grill.
2. Stack firewood over the soaked napkins and light the paper.
3. Wait about 20 minutes until the center grill grate reaches over 1,000F and the surrounding cooktop is ready for cooking.

Step 2: Sear the turkey

1. Place sliced turkey breast onto the center grill grate to sear. This locks in juices and gives the turkey a light char.
2. Sear each side for about 1 minute, then move it to the flat cooktop toward the outside edge to finish cooking gently. Bring the internal temperature to 155F before removing from the grill (target temp is 165F).

Step 3: Cook the bacon

1. Lay bacon strips onto the flat griddle surface closer to the center for higher heat.
2. Cook for 5–6 minutes, flipping occasionally, until crispy and browned to your liking.
3. Move to the cooler edge to keep warm.

Step 4: Toast the bread

1. Butter one side of each slice of sourdough bread generously.
2. Place the bread butter-side down on the flat top cooktop until golden-brown, then flip and lightly toast the other side.

Step 5: Assemble the club

1. Spread mayonnaise on two slices of bread for each sandwich.
2. Layer turkey, cheddar cheese, bacon strips, tomatoes, lettuce, and top with the second slice of bread.
3. Place the entire sandwich back on the griddle and press lightly with a spatula to grill the sandwich whole until cheese melts and bread is golden brown.
4. Slice diagonally and serve immediately.

Tips

• Always remove your turkey when the internal temp hits 155°F—it will continue cooking off the grill to reach the safe 165°F mark.
• Use butter instead of oil for grilling—it adds richness and enhances browning.
• Keep assembled sandwiches on the outer flat griddle to stay warm without overcooking the filling.
• Make all sandwich components at once—Arteflame's large surface lets you multitask with ease.

Variations

1. New York Pastrami Club: Swap turkey with grilled pastrami and add spicy brown mustard for a bold twist.
2. Avocado BLT Club: Replace turkey with avocado slices and add a lemon aioli for a creamy, fresh flavor.
3. Smoked Gouda & Turkey Club: Use smoked Gouda instead of cheddar to deepen the smoky richness of the sandwich.
4. Spicy Turkey Jalapeño Club: Add grilled jalapeño slices and a spicy sriracha mayo to turn up the heat.
5. Breakfast Turkey Club: Add a fried or griddled egg and switch the bread to toasted English muffins for a brunch-style version.

Best pairings

• Crispy sweet potato fries grilled on the Arteflame
• Grilled corn on the cob with herb butter
• A cold dill pickle spear
• Iced black tea with lemon or cold lager

Conclusion

This New York-style grilled turkey club delivers all the deli goodness you crave—crispy, warm, and packed with flavor—all from your Arteflame Grill. By reverse searing the turkey and using the flat top for everything else, you create a mouthwatering sandwich that rivals any NYC deli’s finest. Easy cleanup, unbeatable taste, and pure grilling satisfaction.