Smashed Pea & Chicken Toast (Printable)

Creamy smashed peas and shredded chicken topped with chili flakes on crispy toast. A vibrant, protein-rich meal in 20 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Toast Base

01 - 4 thick slices rustic bread such as sourdough or country loaf

→ Pea Mixture

02 - 1½ cups frozen peas, thawed
03 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
04 - ½ lemon, juiced
05 - ¼ teaspoon sea salt
06 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Chicken

07 - 1½ cups cooked chicken breast, shredded

→ Toppings

08 - ½ teaspoon chili flakes
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint or parsley, chopped
10 - 2 tablespoons crumbled feta or goat cheese

# Directions:

01 - Toast bread slices in a toaster or grill pan until golden and crisp on both sides.
02 - In a bowl, mash the thawed peas with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper using a fork or potato masher until chunky in texture.
03 - Fold the shredded chicken into the smashed pea mixture until evenly combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
04 - Spoon the pea and chicken mixture generously over each toasted bread slice.
05 - Sprinkle with chili flakes, fresh herbs, and cheese if desired.
06 - Serve immediately while the toast remains warm and crunchy.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of creamy peas and tender chicken feels luxurious despite being ready in minutes
  • Perfect for those days when you want something nourishing but do not want to turn on the oven
  • The flavors work warm or at room temperature making it ideal for casual gatherings
02 -
  • Do not overmash the peas or you will lose the pleasant texture that makes this feel substantial
  • Rubbing warm toast with a cut garlic clove adds an incredible depth of flavor if you have an extra moment
  • Getting the bread properly toasted is crucial because soggy bread ruins the whole experience
03 -
  • Use a fork instead of a food processor for the peas to maintain that rustic texture
  • Let the smashed peas sit for a few minutes before adding the chicken so flavors meld
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