Description
A delicious and hearty Grilled Turkey Reuben Sandwich featuring layers of sliced turkey breast, Swiss cheese, and tangy sauerkraut, all between slices of rye bread slathered with Thousand Island dressing and grilled to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread & Spreads
- 8 slices rye bread
- 1/4 cup Thousand Island dressing
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
Filling
- 8 oz sliced cooked turkey breast
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
Instructions
- Prepare the bread: Spread Thousand Island dressing on one side of each slice of rye bread to provide a flavorful base for the sandwich layers.
- Layer the sandwich: On four slices of bread, layer the sliced turkey breast, drained sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese to build the distinctive Reuben filling.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Top each layered slice with the remaining slices of bread, dressing side down, to form complete sandwiches ready for grilling.
- Butter the exteriors: Spread softened butter evenly on the outside of each sandwich to ensure a crisp, golden crust when cooked.
- Heat the skillet: Warm a skillet or griddle over medium heat, preparing it for grilling the sandwiches.
- Grill the first side: Place the sandwiches onto the hot skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
- Flip and grill the other side: Carefully turn the sandwiches over and continue grilling for another 3 to 4 minutes until the second side is golden and the Swiss cheese has melted thoroughly.
- Serve: Remove the sandwiches from the heat, slice them in half, and serve hot to enjoy the melty, savory flavors.
Notes
- Make sure the sauerkraut is well drained to prevent soggy sandwiches.
- You can substitute turkey with corned beef for a more traditional Reuben flavor.
- Use a panini press if available for more even grilling and pressing.
- Adjust cooking time slightly depending on your stove or skillet heat.
- For a vegetarian option, omit turkey and add grilled mushrooms or tempeh.
