Grilled Chicken Avocado Toast (Printable Version)

Tender grilled chicken paired with smooth smashed avocado on crispy toast, topped with chili heat and sweet honey.

# What You 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 - Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
02 - Brush the chicken breast with olive oil and season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through and juices run clear.
03 - Transfer grilled chicken to a plate and allow to 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 the sliced grilled chicken 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 balances creamy avocado with smoky grilled chicken and a sweet honey drizzle that surprises your taste buds in the best way.
  • Everything comes together in 25 minutes, making it perfect for brunch or a quick lunch that feels special.
  • You can prep the chicken ahead and just assemble when hunger strikes.
  • The contrast of textures, from crunchy toast to silky avocado to tender chicken, keeps every bite interesting.
02 -
  • Let the chicken rest after grilling, cutting into it too soon releases all the juices and you'll end up with dry meat.
  • Mash the avocado just before assembling, even with lemon juice it will start to brown after about 20 minutes.
  • Toast the bread until it's truly crisp, not just warm, or the moisture from the avocado will make it soggy.
  • Don't skip the honey drizzle, it sounds unusual but it's what makes this dish memorable.
03 -
  • Pound the chicken breast to an even thickness before grilling so it cooks evenly and you don't end up with a dry edge and a raw center.
  • Warm the honey slightly in the microwave for 10 seconds, it drizzles more easily and distributes better over the toast.
  • Add a squeeze of extra lemon juice right before serving for a bright, fresh finish that wakes up all the flavors.
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