Take the ever-popular Avocado Toast to a decadent destination with barbecued chicken drizzled with Cattlemens Kansas City Classic BBQ Sauce and topped with melted cheese.
Ingredients
Servings
Serves 4
1 pound Chicken Thighs, boneless, skinless, 4 oz each
Set oven to 375°F. In a bowl, toss chicken with Cattlemen's Rub until fully coated. Arrange thighs on a rack over a sheet tray. Roast to an internal temperature of 165°F. Brush with the first amount of BBQ sauce during the last few minutes of cooking.
Cool slightly, slice each thigh into 6 pieces. Hot hot for service or cool completely and reheat when needed.
Service
For each serving, in a sauté pan on medium-high heat melt 1 teaspoon butter. Pan sear a portion of sliced chicken until hot.
Toast 1 slice of bread. Top with 1/4 cup of shredded cheese and place under salamander until cheese has melted. Plate bread with melted cheese. Top with hot chicken and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of Cattlemen's BBQ sauce.
Slice 1/4 of avocado into 4 to 5 slices. Fan out over top of chicken. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with the juice of 1 lime wedge.
Garnish with 1 tablespoon each Fresno peppers, scallions, and cilantro leaves. Serve immediately.
CHEF’s TIP!
Avocado curls are a fun way with create visual appeal for a typical avocado toast. Curls are easiest to cut with a peeler when avocados are under ripe.
Top with a fried egg for a savory, hearty breakfast menu item.
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