Smashed Avocado Chicken Toast (Printable)

Grilled chicken slices with creamy smashed avocado on crispy toast, topped with chili flakes 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 Steps:

01 - Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat until ready for cooking.
02 - Brush the chicken breast with olive oil and season evenly with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
03 - Grill the chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until cooked through and juices run clear. Transfer to a plate and rest for 3 minutes, then slice thinly.
04 - While 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 grilled chicken slices on top of the avocado spread.
08 - Sprinkle with chili flakes, drizzle with honey, and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It feels fancy but takes less time than waiting in a cafe line.
  • The honey and chili combo gives you sweet, spicy, and creamy all in one bite.
  • You get real protein and good fats without feeling weighed down.
  • It works for breakfast, lunch, or that weird 4 p.m. hunger moment.
02 -
  • Do not skip letting the chicken rest after grilling, it keeps the juices inside instead of running all over your cutting board.
  • Add the lemon juice to the avocado right away to keep it from turning brown if you are prepping ahead.
  • If your pan is not hot enough, the chicken will steam instead of getting those nice caramelized grill marks.
03 -
  • Warm your honey slightly in the microwave for 10 seconds so it drizzles smoothly instead of clumping.
  • If your avocado is not quite ripe, let it sit in a paper bag with a banana overnight to speed things up.
  • Use a grill pan with ridges instead of a flat skillet to get those charred lines that make the chicken look and taste better.
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