Grilled Chicken Avocado Sandwich

Ready for a delicious bite? This Grilled Chicken Avocado Sandwich is all about juicy chicken, creamy avocado + fresh toppings, all piled on your favorite bread. It’s super easy to whip up, making it perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. Gluten-free + Dairy-free Option.

If you’re a sandwich fan and love chicken, this Grilled Chicken Avocado Sandwich is calling your name! You know those times when you just crave a really GOOD sandwich? Well, this is it! With juicy grilled chicken, creamy avocado + homemade ranch dressing, it’s a total winner. After I shared the Green Goddess Crispy Chicken Sandwich a few weeks ago and saw how much you loved it, I knew I had to bring you more chicken goodness.

This sandwich is so versatile! I used parmesan for a cheesy kick, but feel free to swap in a dairy-free alternative if that’s your preference. I’ve included sun-dried tomatoes, but homemade herb-roasted ones would work just as well. And if you want to make it gluten-free, just switch out the bread! Honestly, I could eat this every day and never get tired of it. For more chicken goodness, try my Buffalo Chicken Melt Sandwich or Spicy Hot Honey Crispy Chicken Sandwich next!

What Does This Grilled Chicken Avocado Sandwich Taste Like?

• A burst of savory chicken goodness with every bite.
• Comfort food heaven in sandwich form.
• Creamy avocado adds a rich, buttery vibe.
• Zesty vegan ranch dressing gives a nice kick.
• Soft, fluffy bread that holds it all together.
• Pure deliciousness in every bite!

How To Make This Grilled Chicken Avocado Sandwich

Putting together this sandwich requires a bit of prep, but trust me, it's worth every step! You'll need to whip up the grilled chicken, prepare the green goddess sauce, and then assemble everything between your favorite choice of bread.

Ingredients

GRILLED CHICKEN:

• Boneless chicken breasts. The star of the show. I like to use organic chicken for the best flavor and quality!
• Extra virgin olive oil. Feel free to use your favorite high-quality EVOO. My fave tried and trusted brand is California Olive Ranch.
• Seasonings. Sea salt, black pepper, smoked paprika + Italian seasoning.

SANDWICHES:

• Bread. I love using honey oat bread, brioche bread or other rustic bread like sourdough, etc.
• Microgreens. You can also opt for your fave greens such as lettuce, spinach, etc.
• Mashed avocados. I love using Hass avocados.
• Sundried tomatoes. Drained + sliced (You can also sub with my Roasted Herb tomatoes)
• Shaved parmesan cheese. You can sub with dairy-free shaved parmesan for dairy-free option.
• Vegan ranch dressing/sauce. You can also change up the sauce, see below for more options.

SHOP MY FAVORITE TOOLS FOR BAKING, ESPECIALLY FOR THIS SANDWICH!

Here, I’ve curated a list of baking essentials that I use to achieve my favorite baked goods, especially with this Grilled Chicken Avocado Sandwich. Everything from whisks, blenders, knives, and more. SEE THEM HERE!

Best Bread For This Grilled Chicken Avocado Sandwich

I usually go for brioche, potato, or honey oat bread for this Grilled Chicken Avocado Sandwich, but you can use whatever you like! It's also fantastic with rustic bread like ciabatta or sourdough. And if you are gluten-free feel free to opt for your fave GF buns/bread.

Other Chicken Sandwich Ingredient Ideas

If you’re looking for more sandwich ingredient inspiration or want to just make this chicken sandwich recipe even more delicious, here are some more ideas of what ingredients to add:

• Candied bacon
• Swap out regular ranch for Jalapeno Ranch Sauce for added spiciness.
• Add greens like kale + spinach.
• Pickles
• Caramelized onions
• Spread a layer of creamy coleslaw or guac on the bun for added richness.
• Herb-roasted tomatoes
• Homemade pesto

Can I Use Another Dressing?

Besides the vegan ranch, the following dressings/sauce would be perfect for this sandwich: 

• Jalapeno Ranch Sauce
• Homemade Green Goddess Dressing
• Creamy Lemon Garlic Dressing
• Creamy Honey Mustard Dressing
• The Best Homemade BBQ Sauce
• Ultra Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing
• Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing 

What Goes Well With This Grilled Chicken Avocado Sandwich 

I like to enjoy my Grilled Chicken Avocado Sandwich on its own most days or at least with a very simple side, however, sometimes you can always spruce things up for a more hearty meal.

Therefore, I wanted to share a few more ideas in case you make this more than once and want to switch things up!

• Fries. Like these, Crispy Cajun Sweet Potato Fries, Seasoned Crinkle Cut Fries, Crispiest Jumbo Garlic Herb Fries, or Spicy Honey Sweet Potato Wedges
• Other appetizers. Like wings or cauliflower bites! Try these Classic Oven Baked Buffalo Wings, Sticky Peach Chicken Wings, Orange Chicken Wings, Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower Wings/Bites, or BBQ Cauliflower Wings
• Salad. If you want to add a little freshness on the side try Chicken Caesar Salad with Cornbread Croutons, Spicy Chipotle Sweet Potato Chopped Salad, or Quick + Easy Blood Orange Kale Salad
• Soup. A sandwich + soup is kind of the ultimate combo! I love serving mine alongside Creamy Garlic Bread Soup, Apple Cheddar Sweet Potato Soup,  Roasted Carrot Soup + Cheesy Croutons and Roasted Broccoli Cheddar Soup.
• Mac + Cheese. Because nothing screams comfort like a good sandwich + mac and cheese! My faves are Copycat Velveeta Broccoli Mac and Cheese, Creamy Stovetop Southern Mac + Cheese and Ultimate Vegan Mac + Cheese

Grilled Chicken Avocado Sandwich Q + A's

More Delicious Chicken Recipes to Try Next!

If you are a fan of this Grilled Chicken Avocado Sandwich, you will also love these other delicious chicken recipes!

• Best BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwich
• Creamy Tuscan 'Marry Me' Chicken
• Healthy Weeknight General Tso's Chicken
• Vegan Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich
• Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders
• Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken

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Grilled Chicken Avocado Sandwich

September 24, 2024 •

By Shanika

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Ready for a delicious bite? This Grilled Chicken Avocado Sandwich is all about juicy chicken, creamy avocado + fresh toppings, all piled on your favorite bread. It’s super easy to whip up, making it perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. Gluten-free + Dairy-free Option.

Prep Time: 15 minutes mins

Cook Time: 35 minutes mins

Total Time: 50 minutes mins

Serves: 2 sandwiches

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Ingredients

GRILLED CHICKEN:

• 2 boneless organic chicken breasts
• 2 Tbsps Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

SANDWICHES:

• 4 slices bread (I love using honey oat bread, brioche bread or other rustic bread like sourdough, etc. )
• microgreens (See Notes)
• mashed avocados (You'll need about 2 medium Haas avocados)
• ¼ cup sundried tomatoes, drained + sliced (You can also sub with my Roasted Herb tomatoes)
• ½ cup shaved parmesan cheese (You can sub with dairy-free shaved parmesan for dairy-free option)
• 1 cup vegan ranch dressing/sauce (See Notes)

Instructions

TO MAKE THE GRILLED CHICKEN:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a bowl, add the chicken breasts, olive oil, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and Italian seasoning, stirring everything together until chicken is coated.
• If you marinate your chicken overnight in the refrigerator, remove and let it sit at room temperature for 30-45 minutes before adding to prepared baking sheet and baking it for for 25-30 minutes or until fully cooked through. NOTE: When done, the chicken should look "dark" in color from the seasoning and crusted, but juicy + clear on the inside. Remove from oven and slice into "strip-like' chicken or chunks, if preferred.

TO MAKE THE DRESSING:

• Be sure to make my vegan ranch dressing/sauce which pairs nicely with this.

TO MASH THE AVOCADO:

• In a bowl, add the insides of the avocado (once peeled + pitted) and using a fork, mash them until fully broken down. NOTE: There can be a few chunks visible, if desired.

ASSEMBLE THE SANDWICH:

• On one side of 2 slices of bread, add the microgreens or your favorite greens followed by the sliced grilled chicken, mashed avocado, sliced sundried tomatoes and shaved parmesan. Then on the other bread, evenly spread the vegan ranch/dressing and top everything with this other bread, lightly pressing together and slicing in half, if preferred. Repeat until all sandwiches are made.
• Enjoy with your favorite sides like chips, fries, etc.
• Bon Appetit!

Tips & Tricks

• STORAGE: Leftover chicken can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat once ready to serve again.
• GREENS: If preferred, you can always use greens like Romaine lettuce, Arugula, Mustard Greens, Kale, Spinach or Collard Greens to this salad for added flavor + texture.
• GLUTEN-FREE OPTION: To make this sandwich GF-friendly, just ensure that things like the bread, parmesan, and dressing are GF-friendly.
• DRESSING OPTIONS: Besides the vegan ranch, the following dressings/sauce would be perfect for this sandwich: Homemade Green Goddess Dressing, Creamy Lemon Garlic Dressing, or Creamy Honey Mustard Dressing. 

 

Nutrition

Calories: 286kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 1430mg | Potassium: 132mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 516IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 3mg

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