This Grilled Chicken And Avocado Club Recipe is a healthy and spicy recipe, which calls for chicken and avocado. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner, ready in about 15 minutes.
Jump to RecipeGrilled Chicken And Avocado Club Recipe Ingredients
- 1 large ripe avocado
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Tabasco sauce (or more if you like it spicy)
- 12 oz cooked chicken fajita strips
- 2 French bread loaves, cut into 8 slices
- ½ cup arugula
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
How To Make Grilled Chicken And Avocado Club
- Prepare the spicy avocado sauce: Slice your avocado in half and remove the pit. Scoop half of the flesh into a medium bowl along with the mayonnaise and Tabasco sauce. Use a fork to mash the mixture until it reaches a smooth-ish consistency, though a few small chunks are fine. Taste the sauce and adjust the heat by adding more Tabasco if you prefer a bolder kick.
- Warm the chicken strips: Take your cooked chicken fajita strips and place them in a microwave-safe dish or a small pan. Heat them through for 1-2 minutes until they are piping hot. It is important to warm the chicken properly before assembling, as cold chicken can make the sandwich feel lackluster and unbalanced against the toasted bread.
- Apply the spread: Lay out your 8 slices of French bread on a clean work surface. Use a knife or the back of a spoon to generously smear the spicy avocado mayo onto every single slice. Make sure you cover the bread from edge to edge so that you don’t end up with any dry bites.
- Layer the sandwich ingredients: On 4 of the prepared bread slices, start stacking your fillings high. Add a portion of the warmed chicken, a couple of tomato slices, and a handful of fresh arugula. Take the remaining half of your avocado, slice it into thin wedges, and pile those on top of the greens.
- Assemble and prep for grilling: Carefully place the remaining 4 bread slices on top of your stacks to close the sandwiches, pressing down gently to hold everything in place. Use a pastry brush or a spoon to coat the outsides of the top and bottom bread slices with a thin, even layer of extra virgin olive oil.
- Grill until golden: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and, once hot, add the sandwiches (you may need to do this in batches). Grill for 2-3 minutes per side, pressing down slightly with a spatula, until the bread is perfectly golden brown and crispy all over. Halfway through, flip them carefully so the other side has the opportunity to crisp up just as well.
Recipe Tips
- How to keep avocado from browning: If you are prepping the sauce in advance, stir in a squeeze of fresh lime juice and keep it tightly covered with plastic wrap touching the surface.
- How to get the perfect golden crust: Use a heavy skillet or a panini press and apply light pressure to the sandwich while grilling to ensure even contact with the heat.
- Can I make this recipe dairy-free: Yes, simply ensure your mayonnaise is a dairy-free variety or use a vegan mayo substitute to keep the recipe dairy-free.
- How to ripen an avocado quickly: If your avocado is too firm, place it in a brown paper bag with an apple or banana for 24 hours to speed up the ripening process.
What To Serve With Grilled Chicken And Avocado Club?
This Grilled Chicken And Avocado Club Recipe is a creamy, spicy sandwich that needs a crispy or fresh pairing! Sweet Potato Fries are the quintessential choice for a satisfying crunch that balances the smooth avocado. For a balanced meal, a Garden Side Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette adds a lovely acidity that cuts through the rich spicy mayo! A bowl of Classic Tomato Soup or a handful of Kettle-Cooked Potato Chips pairs wonderfully with the warm, toasted notes of the French bread.
How To Store Grilled Chicken And Avocado Club
- Refrigerate: These sandwiches are best enjoyed immediately while the bread is crispy. However, you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Note that the bread may soften over time.
- Freeze: Freezing is not recommended for this recipe as the texture of the mayonnaise, avocado, and fresh vegetables will degrade significantly upon thawing.
Grilled Chicken And Avocado Club Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 540
- Total Fat: 38g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
- Sodium: 820mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 28g
- Dietary Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Yes, leftover roasted turkey or deli turkey slices work beautifully as a substitute for chicken fajita strips in this recipe.
A ripe avocado should yield to gentle pressure in the palm of your hand. If it feels hard like a rock, it needs more time; if it feels mushy, it may be overripe.
To avoid sogginess, ensure you grill the bread until it is truly golden and crisp. Additionally, pat the tomato slices dry with a paper towel before adding them to the sandwich to remove excess moisture.
Grilled Chicken And Avocado Club Recipe
Course: DinnerCuisine: American-CaliforniaDifficulty: Easy4
servings10
minutes5
minutes540
kcalThis Grilled Chicken And Avocado Club Recipe is a creamy and spicy sandwich inspired by California flavors.
Ingredients
1 large ripe avocado
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tsp Tabasco sauce
12 oz cooked chicken fajita strips
2 French bread loaves (8 slices)
½ cup arugula
1 large tomato (sliced)
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Directions
- Mash half the avocado with mayonnaise and Tabasco until smooth.
- Heat the chicken fajita strips in a microwave or pan until hot.
- Spread the spicy avocado mixture evenly across all 8 bread slices.
- Layer chicken, tomato, arugula, and remaining avocado slices on 4 bread slices.
- Top with the remaining bread slices and brush the outsides with olive oil.
- Grill in a skillet over medium heat until both sides are golden and crisp.
Notes
- Using Tabasco in the avocado mash adds a signature spicy kick that perfectly balances the creamy mayonnaise.
- Sourdough or ciabatta are excellent alternatives if you prefer a different crunch than traditional French bread.
- Warming the chicken before assembly ensures the club sandwich feels fresh and restaurant-quality.
- Brushing the outside of the bread with olive oil is the secret to achieving a professional, golden-brown crust without the bread becoming greasy.
