Description
Delicious and savory Reuben Pickle Bites featuring dill pickles stuffed with a flavorful mixture of corned beef, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing, coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs and baked to golden perfection. Perfect as an appetizer or snack that captures the classic Reuben sandwich flavors in a bite-sized treat.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 large dill pickles
- 1 cup corned beef, chopped
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1/4 cup Thousand Island dressing
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the pickle bites.
- Prepare Pickles: Slice each dill pickle lengthwise into halves. Carefully scoop out some of the insides of each pickle half to create enough space for the filling mixture.
- Make Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped corned beef, shredded Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing. Mix well until the ingredients are thoroughly blended to form a flavorful filling.
- Stuff Pickles: Generously spoon and fill each hollowed pickle half with the corned beef and cheese mixture, ensuring a good amount of filling in each.
- Coat with Breadcrumbs: Roll each stuffed pickle half in panko breadcrumbs until it is fully coated on all sides for that crispy texture.
- Bake: Place the coated pickle bites on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until the pickle bites turn golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Serve the Reuben Pickle Bites warm, optionally with extra Thousand Island dressing on the side for dipping.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of Thousand Island dressing to taste if you prefer a creamier or less saucy filling.
- For extra crispiness, use fresh panko breadcrumbs and make sure to coat the pickle bites well.
- Serve these bites warm for the best flavor and texture experience.
- These make a great party appetizer or snack with a classic Reuben sandwich twist.
