Smashed Avocado Chicken Toast (Print View)

Grilled chicken slices on creamy smashed avocado toast with chili flakes and honey drizzle.

# Components:

→ 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 - Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat until adequately preheated.
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 with clear juices. Transfer to a plate and rest for 3 minutes, then slice thinly.
04 - While chicken cooks, toast bread slices until golden and crisp.
05 - Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop 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 layer.
08 - Sprinkle with chili flakes, drizzle with honey, and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
09 - Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in under half an hour but tastes like you spent real time on it.
  • The honey and chili flakes create this addictive sweet heat that keeps every bite interesting.
  • It's filling enough to keep you satisfied without that sluggish feeling afterward.
  • You can prep the chicken ahead and just assemble when hunger strikes.
02 -
  • Don't skip letting the chicken rest after grilling or you'll lose all those flavorful juices when you slice it.
  • Toast the bread until it's actually crispy, not just warm, or it will get soggy under the avocado within minutes.
  • Use honey that's easy to drizzle, if it's too thick, warm it in the microwave for a few seconds first.
03 -
  • Slice the chicken thinly on a diagonal for more surface area and better coverage across the toast.
  • Warm the honey slightly if it's too thick to drizzle smoothly, it makes all the difference in presentation.
  • If you're feeding a crowd, set up a toast bar with all the toppings and let everyone build their own.
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