Crisp toasted bread topped with creamy smashed peas, shredded chicken, and a hint of chili heat. Quick, satisfying, and protein-rich.
# What You'll Need:
→ Toast Base
01 - 4 thick slices rustic bread, preferably 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
→ Protein
07 - 1½ cups cooked chicken breast, shredded (rotisserie or poached)
→ Toppings
08 - ½ teaspoon chili flakes, adjustable to preference
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint or parsley, chopped (optional)
10 - 2 tablespoons crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Toast bread slices in a toaster or grill pan until golden brown and crisp on both sides.
02 - In a mixing bowl, mash thawed peas with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper using a fork or potato masher until chunky in texture.
03 - Fold shredded chicken into the smashed pea mixture until evenly distributed. 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 toast remains warm and crunchy.
