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    Home » Recipes » Sandwiches

    Grilled Turkey Reuben Sandwiches

    Published: Feb 2, 2022 by Tiffany Dahle · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    A photo collage shows how to assemble the perfect grilled turkey reuben sandwich.

    Grilled turkey reuben sandwiches are the perfect easy lunch idea for St. Patrick's Day or any day all year long. Perfect for those who don't enjoy corned beef but still want to enjoy a grilled sandwich on caraway rye bread.

    A grilled turkey reuben sandwich is on a plate with potato chips and baby carrots.

    I've been making homemade turkey reubens for my St. Patrick's Day lunch for as long as I can remember. This easy recipe is one I look forward to every spring.

    My mom was the one to first suggest the idea to me when I complained about not liking corned beef for the holiday. She recommended replacing it with deli turkey and this fix lets me enjoy all the other traditional reuben flavors I love!

    It's a great St. Patrick's Day dinner idea if you're cooking for kids because you can let them build their perfect reuben with just the ingredients they love.

    I highly recommend taking the extra step to make the homemade spicy sauce to go with it, you only need a couple minutes and likely have everything in the fridge already.

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    • Ingredients
    • How to Assemble the Perfect Reuben
    • Griddle the Sandwich
    • Serving Tips
    • More Easy Sandwich Recipes
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    Ingredients

    If you've ever eaten a reuben sandwich, you'll recognize most of these classic ingredients:

    The ingredients to make grilled turkey reubens on rye bread are on the counter.
    • Rye Bread: I prefer mine with caraway seeds but you can choose whichever rye bread you love most.
    • Swiss Cheese: I love to use the ultra thin slices of cheese because I can spread them around on the sandwich to help glue everything together more easily. I also find the thin slices melt better than thick ones do.
    • Prepared Sauerkraut: This adds the perfect zippy tang to every bite.
    • Sliced Turkey Deli Meat: I always ask for mine sliced thinly for layering.
    • Spicy Sauce: I used to always use a prepared Thousand Island dressing, but this year I discovered the perfect homemade recipe to use instead.

    How to Assemble the Perfect Reuben

    The difference between an amazing sandwich and one that is only so-so is all in the layering of the ingredients.

    First, lay out your two pieces of bread. Spread one side with the sandwich spread of your choice.

    Then, layer your cheese slices on alternative ends of each side of bread. This helps everything melt and stick together properly once griddled.

    Optional: You could also take a third slice of cheese, cut it in half, and put one half on the open ends of each slice so both bread pieces are completely covered in cheese.

    Step by step photos show how to layer the sauce, cheese, sauerkraut, and turkey on rye bread.

    Drain the sauerkraut for your sandwich on a piece of paper towel and then spread it evenly over one side of the sandwich.

    Layer the turkey on the opposite side and then flip it over to form the reuben.

    Spread softened butter on the top of the sandwich. The bottom side will get buttered in the skillet.

    Griddle the Sandwich

    Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter to the center of the pan.

    Once the butter has melted, place the non-buttered side of the reuben sandwich down into the pan and use a spatula to help you wiggle it all around in the butter.

    Let the sandwich sit for 2 - 3 minutes and then flip it over with the spatula to brown the other side.

    You can press the sandwich with the spatula to help the melting cheese "glue" all the ingredients together.

    A flat spatula is pressing the sandwich as it griddles in the frying pan.

    Cook until both sides are golden brown and the cheese has melted. Serve immediately.

    Photo shows how to know when the bread has been toasted enough.

    Serving Tips

    The finished turkey reuben is on a plate with potato chips and carrots.

    Grilled reubens taste great with potato chips and baby carrots for a simple meal.

    You could also serve them alongside a bowl of potato soup for a heartier meal.

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    📖 Recipe

    A grilled turkey reuben sandwich is on a plate with potato chips and baby carrots.

    Grilled Turkey Reuben Sandwiches

    5 from 1 vote
    Not a fan of corned beef? This year make delicious turkey reuben sandwiches for St. Patrick's Day instead! Deli turkey, a delicious spicy sauce, swiss cheese, and sauerkraut griddled up on caraway rye bread. Yum!
    TOTAL TIME 5 minutes
    PREP TIME 5 minutes
    COOK TIME 5 minutes
    YIELD 1 sandwich
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    Ingredients
      

    • 2 slices of caraway rye bread
    • 1 tablespoon Thousand Island dressing or homemade spicy sauce See Note
    • 2 slices of Swiss cheese
    • 1 - 2 tablespoons sauerkraut
    • 2 - 3 slices of deli turkey meat
    • 1 tablespoon butter softened

    Instructions

    • Lay the two pieces of bread on a prep board. Spread the Thousand Island dressing or homemade spicy sauce on one slice.
    • Lay one slice of cheese on each slice of bread. For the best melted stick, see the assembly instructions in the post above.
    • Drain the liquid from the sauerkraut by patting it with a paper towel and then spread it on one side of the sandwich.
    • Lay the turkey down and press the sandwich together.
    • Spread softened butter over the top of the sandwich.
    • Heat the remaining butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once the butter is melted, lay the prepared sandwich non-buttered side down.
    • Cook the sandwich for 2 - 3 minutes and then flip it over with a spatula to griddle the other side. You may wish to press the sandwich with the spatula to ensure even browning and to help the melting cheese to stick the ingredients together.
    • Cook until golden brown on both sides. Serve immediately.

    Recipe Notes

    You can use either prepared Thousand Island Dressing or our favorite easy homemade spicy sauce for the sandwich spread on this recipe.
    COURSESandwiches
    CUISINEAmerican
    AUTHORTiffany Dahle

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