Paleo Chicken and Avocado Sandwich
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this vibrant and satisfying Paleo Chicken and Avocado Sandwich! Perfectly grilled chicken breasts seasoned with garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper serve as the star ingredient, paired with creamy mashed avocado infused with zesty lemon juice and crunchy red onion for a fresh, tangy twist. This recipe swaps traditional bread for crisp Romaine or butter lettuce leaves, making it gluten-free, low-carb, and Paleo-friendly—ideal for health-conscious eaters. Juicy tomato slices add a pop of color and flavor, creating a wholesome, nutrient-packed sandwich that’s both light and filling. Ready in just 30 minutes, this protein-rich dish is perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 medium avocados
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 cup red onion
- 8 pieces Romaine or large butter lettuce leaves
- 1 medium tomato
Instructions
Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
Rub the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then season with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Grill the chicken breasts for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through and juices run clear. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
While the chicken rests, slice the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.
Mash the avocado with a fork until slightly chunky, then stir in lemon juice and finely chopped red onion. Season with additional salt and pepper, if desired.
Slice the tomato into thin rounds.
Once the chicken has rested, slice it into thin strips.
To assemble the sandwiches, take a lettuce leaf and spread a heaping tablespoon of mashed avocado mixture on top.
Layer a few strips of grilled chicken and a slice of tomato on the avocado.
Top with another lettuce leaf to form a sandwich. Repeat for the remaining ingredients.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Paleo Chicken and Avocado Sandwich.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1609 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.7 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.3 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 2666 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.5 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.1 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.2 g | ||
| Protein | 122.7 g | 245% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 244 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 4071 mg | 87% | |
*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.
