Crispy Dill Pickle Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe
Indulge in the perfect blend of creamy, tangy, and crispy flavors with this Crispy Dill Pickle Grilled Cheese Sandwich. Featuring gooey dill Havarti cheese and crunchy dill pickles toasted between buttery sourdough bread slices, this sandwich is elevated with a surprise crunch of dill pickle-flavored potato chips for added texture and flavor. A comforting twist on a classic grilled cheese, ideal for a quick lunch or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Bread and Cheese
- 2 slices sourdough bread
- 6 oz dill Havarti cheese, grated
Pickles and Butter
- 2 tbsp dill pickles, chopped and patted dry
- 2 pieces salted butter
Additional Crunch
- 1 handful dill pickle flavored potato chips
Instructions
- Assemble the Cheese and Pickle Sandwich: Lay out the 2 slices of sourdough bread. Sprinkle half of the grated dill Havarti cheese evenly over one slice. Add the chopped and patted dry dill pickles in an even layer on top of the cheese, then cover with the remaining grated dill Havarti cheese. Top with the second slice of bread to form a sandwich.
- Butter the Sandwich: Spread the salted butter evenly on the outside surfaces of both bread slices—the top and bottom of the sandwich. This helps achieve a perfectly crisp and golden crust when grilled.
- Grill the Sandwich: Preheat a skillet over medium-low heat. Place the buttered sandwich into the skillet. Cook for several minutes on each side, pressing gently if desired, until the exterior is golden brown and crisp, and the cheese is completely melted. Cooking low and slow ensures the cheese melts before the bread gets too dark.
- Add Crunch: Remove the sandwich from the skillet and carefully open it. Add a handful of dill pickle flavored potato chips inside for an extra crispy texture, then close and serve immediately.
Notes
- Pat the dill pickles dry to prevent excess moisture from making the sandwich soggy.
- Use medium-low heat to ensure the cheese melts evenly without burning the bread.
- Customize by adding a light spread of mustard or mayonnaise if desired.
- Serve with extra dill pickles or chips on the side for added flavor and crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
Keywords: grilled cheese, dill pickle, Havarti cheese, sourdough, sandwich, crispy, comfort food
