Crispy Dill Pickle Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe
This Crispy Dill Pickle Grilled Cheese Sandwich combines the creamy, tangy flavor of dill Havarti cheese with crunchy dill pickles and buttery toasted sourdough bread. The sandwich is grilled low and slow in a skillet to achieve a perfectly golden crust while melting the cheese thoroughly. A final addition of dill pickle flavored potato chips inside the sandwich adds a delightful crunch and enhances the pickle flavor for a uniquely satisfying grilled cheese experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Total Time: 18-20 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Sandwich:
- 2 slices sourdough bread
- 6 oz dill Havarti cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp dill pickles, chopped and patted dry
For Buttering:
- 2 pieces salted butter
For Serving:
- 1 handful dill pickle flavored potato chips
Instructions
- Assemble the Cheese and Pickle Sandwich: Lay out the two slices of sourdough bread on a clean surface. Evenly distribute the grated dill Havarti cheese over one slice, then spread the chopped and patted dry dill pickles on top of the cheese. Place the other slice of bread on top to form your sandwich.
- Butter the Sandwich: Take the two pieces of salted butter and spread them evenly on the outside surfaces of both bread slices — the top and bottom of the sandwich. This ensures a rich, golden, and crispy crust during grilling.
- Grill the Sandwich: Preheat a skillet over medium-low heat. Place the buttered sandwich into the skillet and cook for several minutes per side, pressing gently if desired. Cook slowly and evenly until the bread is golden brown and crisp, and the cheese is fully melted inside, taking care not to burn the bread.
- Add Chips and Serve: Remove the sandwich from the skillet and carefully open it while hot. Insert a handful of dill pickle flavored potato chips inside the sandwich for added crunch and flavor. Close the sandwich, slice it in half, and serve immediately for the best melty and crispy experience.
Notes
- Use medium-low heat to ensure the cheese melts completely without burning the bread.
- Pat dry the chopped pickles to prevent the sandwich from becoming soggy.
- Adding the dill pickle chips inside just before serving preserves their crunch.
- Feel free to substitute sourdough with a sturdy bread like rye or multigrain for variation.
- Butter the bread generously for the crispiest crust but avoid over-buttering to prevent greasiness.
Keywords: grilled cheese, dill Havarti, dill pickles, sourdough bread, crispy sandwich, pickle chips, stovetop sandwich, melted cheese
