Smashed Pea & Chicken Toast (Printable)

Crisp bread with creamy smashed peas, chicken, and chili flakes.

# What You Need:

→ For the Toast

01 - 4 thick slices rustic bread (sourdough or country loaf)

→ For the 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

→ For the Chicken

07 - 1½ cups cooked chicken breast, shredded (rotisserie or poached)

→ Toppings

08 - ½ teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint or parsley, chopped (optional)
10 - 2 tablespoons crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)

# Directions:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The contrast between warm crunchy toast and cool creamy smashed peas creates the most satisfying texture in every single bite
  • Everything comes together in twenty minutes but tastes like something from a fancy cafe
  • The vibrant green color alone makes people think you spent hours crafting something special
02 -
  • Do not overmash the peas into a smooth puree because keeping some texture makes each bite more interesting and satisfying
  • Toast must be completely cooled slightly before topping or the heat will make everything slide right off
  • Serving immediately is non negotiable because the contrast between warm toast and cool pea mixture is what makes this dish exceptional
03 -
  • Rubbing toasted bread with a cut garlic clove before topping adds an incredible aromatic layer that makes everything taste more sophisticated
  • Seasoning the pea mixture generously is crucial because the bread will dilute the flavors slightly once assembled
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