Grilled Chicken Smashed Avocado Toast (Printable)

Grilled chicken breast layered over creamy avocado and crispy toast, topped with chili and honey for a savory-sweet meal.

# 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

# Steps:

01 - Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
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 and juices run clear. Transfer to a plate and let 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 chili flakes, drizzle with honey, and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
09 - Serve immediately while bread is still warm and crispy.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Its fast enough for a weekday but impressive enough to serve guests without breaking a sweat.
  • The honey and chili flakes create this sweet-spicy contrast that makes every bite interesting.
  • You get protein, healthy fats, and crunch all on one plate.
  • It feels indulgent but youre actually eating something that fuels you properly.
02 -
  • Let the chicken rest after grilling or youll lose all the juices when you slice it, patience here makes a big difference.
  • Dont skip the lemon juice in the avocado, it keeps it from turning brown and adds brightness that balances the richness.
  • If your avocado isnt ripe, dont force it, an underripe avocado wont mash properly and tastes bitter.
03 -
  • Pound the chicken breast to an even thickness before grilling so it cooks evenly and you dont end up with dry edges and a raw center.
  • Warm your honey slightly in the microwave for a few seconds so it drizzles more easily and spreads across the toast.
  • Use a fork to mash the avocado instead of a food processor, you want texture, not baby food.
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