Grilled Chicken Avocado Toast (Printable)

Grilled chicken slices over smashed avocado on toasted bread with chili and honey. Ready in 25 minutes. High protein, easy preparation.

# Ingredient List:

→ Bread & Base

01 - 2 large slices sourdough or multigrain bread
02 - 1 ripe avocado

→ Chicken

03 - 1 medium boneless, skinless chicken breast
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Toppings

08 - 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
09 - 2 teaspoons honey
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

→ Optional Garnish

11 - Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped

# Directions:

01 - Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
02 - Brush the chicken breast with olive oil and season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Grill for 6 to 7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and juices run clear. Transfer to a plate and let rest for 3 minutes, then slice thinly.
03 - While the chicken cooks, toast the bread slices until golden and crisp.
04 - Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Add lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and mash until mostly smooth.
05 - Spread the smashed avocado evenly over each slice of toast.
06 - Arrange grilled chicken slices on top of the avocado.
07 - Sprinkle with chili flakes, drizzle with honey, and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
08 - Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It satisfies both savory and sweet cravings in one plate, so you don't feel like you're missing anything.
  • The contrast between creamy avocado and crispy toast with tender chicken hits every texture you want.
  • It comes together so fast you can make it even when you're too tired to think.
  • The honey and chili flakes add a gentle kick that makes every bite a little exciting.
02 -
  • Don't skip resting the chicken after grilling, or all the juices will run out onto your cutting board and leave the meat dry.
  • Use bread that's at least a day old because fresh bread can get gummy under the avocado.
  • Add the lemon juice to the avocado right away to keep it from turning brown if you're not serving immediately.
  • Drizzle the honey at the very end so it stays glossy and doesn't soak into the toast.
03 -
  • Warm your honey slightly in the microwave for a few seconds so it drizzles smoothly and doesn't clump.
  • If your avocado isn't quite ripe, mash it with a tiny bit of Greek yogurt or sour cream to add creaminess.
  • Use a serrated knife to slice the chicken against the grain for maximum tenderness.
  • Make extra chicken and keep it in the fridge so you can throw this together even faster next time.
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