Smashed Avocado Chicken Toast (Printable)

Grilled chicken breast served over creamy mashed avocado on toasted sourdough with chili and honey drizzle.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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

# How To Make It:

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

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It tastes like restaurant brunch but comes together in under half an hour on a weekday.
  • The honey and chili flakes create a flavor contrast that makes every bite interesting.
  • You get protein, healthy fats, and crunch all in one plate without feeling heavy.
  • It works for breakfast, lunch, or dinner depending on your mood and schedule.
02 -
  • Let the chicken rest after grilling or all the juices will run out onto your cutting board instead of staying inside the meat.
  • Don't mash the avocado too far in advance or it will turn brown even with lemon juice.
  • If your honey is too thick to drizzle, warm the jar in hot water for a minute first.
03 -
  • Use a meat thermometer to check for 165 degrees F in the thickest part of the chicken so you never have to guess.
  • Add a squeeze of lime instead of lemon for a slightly sweeter, more tropical avocado mash.
  • If you like extra crunch, scatter toasted pepitas or sunflower seeds over the top before drizzling the honey.
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