Description
Indulge in the classic flavors of a Reuben sandwich with this easy skillet version. Loaded with corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dressing, this grilled rye delight is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Rye Bread:
- 8 slices
Swiss Cheese:
- 8 slices
Corned Beef:
- ½ pound thinly sliced
Sauerkraut:
- 1 cup (drained and squeezed dry)
Thousand Island Dressing:
- ½ cup
Unsalted Butter:
- 2 tablespoons (softened)
Instructions
- Preheat and Butter Bread: Preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Butter one side of each rye bread slice.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Place 4 bread slices, buttered-side down, in the skillet. Layer with Swiss cheese, corned beef, sauerkraut, Thousand Island dressing, and more Swiss cheese. Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered-side up.
- Grill: Grill for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Serve: Remove from skillet, cool slightly, then slice and serve.
Notes
- To prevent sogginess, ensure sauerkraut is well-drained and squeezed dry. Consider lightly toasting bread before assembly for added crunch. Pair with pickles or potato chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1240mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
