Grilled Chicken Reubens

Health score
11%
Grilled Chicken Reubens
12 min.
4
394kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your lunch or dinner game with a recipe that is both wholesome and packed with flavor, look no further than these delectable Grilled Chicken Reubens. They combine the hearty texture of rye and pumpernickel bread with tender, shredded chicken breast and a refreshing coleslaw mixture that gives each bite a satisfying crunch. Not to mention, the melty reduced-fat Jarlsberg cheese adds a creamy finish that will have you coming back for seconds.

This recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 12 minutes from start to finish, but it's also a great way to use up leftover chicken, making it a savvy choice for busy weeknights. Each sandwich has around 394 calories, so you can indulge without the guilt. Plus, with protein making up over 30% of the caloric content, these Reubens will keep you feeling full and satisfied long after the meal is over.

The combination of chili sauce or ketchup with dill pickle relish gives a zesty kick, balancing perfectly with the richness of the yogurt-based spread and light mayonnaise. Whether you’re serving it for lunch, dinner, or a casual gathering with friends, these Grilled Chicken Reubens are sure to impress and delight everyone at the table. So grab your skillet, fire up your taste buds, and let’s get grilling!

Ingredients

  • cups d angel hair coleslaw 
  • tablespoons chili sauce (such as Heinz)
  • cups chicken breast shredded cooked
  • teaspoon dill pickle relish 
  • 3.5 ounce jarlsberg cheese reduced-fat
  • tablespoons mayonnaise light
  • ounce rye and pumpernickel swirled bread (such as Pepperidge Farms)
  • tablespoons yogurt-based spread divided (such as Brummel and Brown)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Combine first 4 ingredients in a medium bowl; toss well to coat.
  2. Spoon coleslaw evenly onto each of 4 bread slices; top each evenly with chicken and cheese. Top with remaining 4 bread slices.
  3. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. While skillet heats, spread 3/4 teaspoon yogurt spread evenly over 1 side of each sandwich.
  4. Place sandwiches in skillet, spread sides down. Cook 2 to 3 minutes or until lightly browned. While sandwiches cook, spread tops of sandwiches evenly with remaining yogurt spread. Turn sandwiches over; cook 1 to 2 minutes or until lightly browned and cheese melts.
  5. Cut sandwiches in half before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories394kcal
Protein30.84%
Fat33.63%
Carbs35.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.33
Glycemic Load
12.92
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
12.301304301814%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:393.74kcal
19.69%
Fat:14.44g
22.21%
Saturated Fat:6.3g
39.38%
Carbohydrates:34.31g
11.44%
Net Carbohydrates:32.5g
11.82%
Sugar:2.99g
3.32%
Cholesterol:72.64mg
24.21%
Sodium:433.58mg
18.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.78g
59.56%
Selenium:43.59µg
62.28%
Vitamin B3:6.56mg
32.79%
Phosphorus:229.08mg
22.91%
Calcium:212.64mg
21.26%
Manganese:0.42mg
20.76%
Vitamin B6:0.36mg
18.05%
Zinc:1.75mg
11.68%
Magnesium:39.89mg
9.97%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.95%
Vitamin B5:0.92mg
9.16%
Iron:1.63mg
9.03%
Copper:0.17mg
8.72%
Potassium:302.09mg
8.63%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.91%
Fiber:1.81g
7.24%
Vitamin A:274.27IU
5.49%
Folate:19.71µg
4.93%
Vitamin K:4.29µg
4.09%
Vitamin B12:0.24µg
4%
Vitamin E:0.37mg
2.45%
Vitamin C:1.29mg
1.56%
Source:My Recipes