Heart-Healthy Chicken Avocado Sandwich
Elevate your lunch game with this Heart-Healthy Chicken Avocado Sandwich, a satisfying and nutritious option packed with lean protein and creamy avocado goodness. Perfectly grilled skinless chicken breast, marinated in a zesty blend of extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, and paprika, is layered with fresh spinach, ripe tomato slices, and a generous spread of lime-kissed mashed avocado. Sandwiched between toasted whole-grain bread, this recipe not only delivers a wholesome, delicious flavor but also promotes cardio-friendly eating with heart-healthy fats and fiber-rich ingredients. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy sandwich is a perfect choice for busy days without compromising on taste or nutrition.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece skinless, boneless chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 medium avocado
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 2 slices whole-grain sandwich bread
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1 small tomato
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Begin by preheating a grill pan over medium heat.
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, pepper, and salt together.
Brush this mixture over the chicken breast, ensuring it is evenly coated.
Place the chicken breast on the preheated grill pan and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
While the chicken is cooking, slice the avocado in half and remove the pit. Scoop the flesh into a bowl and mash it with a fork.
Add the lime juice to the mashed avocado, and mix well to combine.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
Toast the whole-grain bread slices if desired.
Spread a generous layer of the avocado mixture on one slice of bread.
Top with sliced grilled chicken, fresh spinach leaves, and thin slices of tomato.
Close the sandwich with the second slice of bread.
Cut the sandwich in half and serve immediately, enjoying a heart-healthy and delicious meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1009 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.2 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.8 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 193 mg | 64% | |
| Sodium | 1996 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.4 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.1 g | ||
| Protein | 85.4 g | 171% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1781 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
