This keto Reuban skillet meal allows you to enjoy all the flavors of the classic Reuban sandwich but without the added carbs of the bread. This dish contains a tangy explosion of flavors from the cheese and sauerkraut, perfectly complemented by the saltiness of the seasoned corned beef. If you’re looking for a new one-pan keto-friendly dish to whip up for lunch or dinner, this Reuben skillet recipe will surely be a winner.
The dish is super easy to prepare. You start by melting butter in a skillet and frying the corned beef until heated. Next comes the sauerkraut, followed by dollops of mustard and sliced Swiss cheese. Once the cheese melts, you can serve this delicious dish with mayonnaise, dill pickles, and additional mustard if desired.
Prepare to be captivated by the irresistible cheesiness, the perfect balance of tang, and the exquisite blend of spices. Every bite is a tasty blend of textures and flavors that will transport you to culinary bliss. This keto one-skillet wonder is a testament to the fact that you can still enjoy classic dishes you love while maintaining a low-carb diet.
Get ready to experience the Reuben sandwich in a new light, with fewer carbs but the same great flavor. This recipe is perfect for entertaining, so make it when you invite friends over. They’ll enjoy this stunning dish even if they aren’t on a keto diet!
Yields 3 servings of Keto Reuben Skillet Meal
The Preparation
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 10 ounce corned beef, thinly sliced
- 9 ounce sauerkraut, drained
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 4 ounce Swiss cheese, sliced or shredded
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 3 small dill pickle
The Execution
1. Gather and prep all ingredients. Drain the sauerkraut, making sure to squeeze as much liquid out as you can.
2. Add butter to a pan over medium-low heat. Once melted and hot, add in the corned beef slices and fry for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until slightly crisped.
3. While the corned beef is cooking, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, and dijon mustard and mix together well.
4. Add the drained sauerkraut and spread to distribute evenly across the layer of corned beef.
5. Dollop the mayo mixture over the top of the sauerkraut.
6. Layer sliced (or shredded) swiss cheese over the top. Allow cheese to melt, covering if needed.
7. Spoon out and serve with pickle on the side. Enjoy!
This makes a total of 3 servings of Keto Reuben Skillet Meal. Each serving comes out to be 638 calories, 55.1g fats, 3.5g net carbs, and 29.1g protein.
| NUTRITION | CALORIES | FAT | CARBS | FIBER | NET CARBS | PROTEIN |
| 2.00 tablespoon butter | 203 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 |
| 10.00 ounce corned beef | 712 | 53.8 | 1.3 | 0 | 1.3 | 51.5 |
| 9.00 ounce sauerkraut | 48 | 0.3 | 11 | 7.4 | 3.6 | 2.3 |
| 1.00 tablespoon dijon mustard | 9 | 0.5 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 0.6 |
| 4.00 ounce swiss cheese | 446 | 35.1 | 1.6 | 0 | 1.6 | 30.6 |
| 0.25 cup mayonnaise | 374 | 41.2 | 0.3 | 0 | 0.3 | 0.5 |
| 0.25 cup sour cream | 114 | 11.1 | 2.7 | 0 | 2.7 | 1.4 |
| 2.00 ounce dill pickle | 7 | 0.2 | 1.4 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 0.3 |
| Totals | 1913 | 165.2 | 19.2 | 8.6 | 10.6 | 87.4 |
| Per Serving (/3) | 638 | 55.1 | 6.4 | 2.9 | 3.5 | 29.1 |
The Preparation
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 10 ounce corned beef, thinly sliced
- 9 ounce sauerkraut, drained
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 4 ounce Swiss cheese, sliced or shredded
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 3 small dill pickle
The Execution
- Gather and prep all ingredients. Drain the sauerkraut, making sure to squeeze as much liquid out as you can.
- Add butter to a pan over medium-low heat. Once melted and hot, add in the corned beef slices and fry for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until slightly crisped.
- While the corned beef is cooking, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, and dijon mustard and mix together well.
- Add the drained sauerkraut and spread to distribute evenly across the layer of corned beef.
- Dollop the mayo mixture over the top of the sauerkraut.
- Layer sliced (or shredded) swiss cheese over the top. Allow cheese to melt, covering if needed.
- Spoon out and serve with pickle on the side. Enjoy!
Notes
This makes a total of 3 servings of Keto Reuben Skillet Meal. Each serving comes out to be 638 calories, 55.1g fats, 3.5g net carbs, and 29.1g protein.
