Crispy Dill Pickle Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe
Enjoy a delightful Crispy Dill Pickle Grilled Cheese Sandwich that combines tangy dill pickles, creamy dill Havarti cheese, and crunchy dill pickle-flavored potato chips all melted to perfection between crispy sourdough bread slices. This innovative twist on a classic grilled cheese offers a satisfying crunch and bright, savory flavors 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/Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 2 slices sourdough bread
Cheese & Pickle Filling
- 6 oz dill Havarti cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp dill pickles, chopped and patted dry
Butter & Toppings
- 2 pieces salted butter
- 1 handful dill pickle flavored potato chips
Instructions
- Assemble the Cheese and Pickle Sandwich: Lay out the two 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 step ensures 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 bread exterior is golden brown and crisp, and the cheese is fully melted. Cooking low and slow helps melt the cheese thoroughly without burning the bread.
- Add Crunchy Topping: Once grilled, remove the sandwich from the skillet and sprinkle a handful of dill pickle flavored potato chips inside or serve them on the side for an extra burst of pickle flavor and satisfying crunch.
Notes
- To avoid sogginess, be sure to pat dry the dill pickles thoroughly before adding them to the sandwich.
- Use medium-low heat when grilling to allow the cheese to melt evenly without burning the bread.
- Customize the sandwich by adding a slice of tomato or a bit of crispy bacon for extra flavor.
- The dill pickle flavored potato chips add a unique texture contrast and can also be served as a side.
- For a vegetarian option, ensure your pickles and potato chips do not contain animal-based additives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: grilled cheese, dill pickle grilled cheese, dill Havarti sandwich, crispy grilled cheese, pickle flavored chips, sourdough sandwich
