Heart Healthy Chicken Avocado Sandwich

If you’re looking for a healthy chicken lunch recipe that’s good for your heart, using boneless, skinless chicken breast is a good place to start. This high protein food is low in fat and cholesterol and high in protein. Loading up the sandwich with your favorite fresh vegetables adds taste, crunch and loads of nutrients. Topping it off with a healthy fat adds rich creaminess. And then house it all in a whole grain roll, bread or tortilla for added heart-healthy fiber.

The healthiest chicken sandwich is one that uses boneless, skinless chicken breast meat that is baked, grilled or poached, like we have done here. We also added nutrient-rich veggies, including lettuce, tomato and onion, to add crunch and taste without many calories. Then we topped the sandwich with avocado, which is a flavorful way to turn this into a heart healthy chicken recipe because it serves as a healthy alternative to fat-laden sandwich spreads like mayonnaise or creamy dressings.

Ever notice that the best chicken sandwiches seem to include avocado? That’s because avocado not only has a subtle, creamy taste that blends well with chicken, but it balances out the other flavors in the sandwich. It’s also a nutritional powerhouse. This Mexican fruit is full of healthy fat and fiber, making it the perfect ingredient to use in healthy chicken recipes like this one. Watch this video for tips on how to cut an avocado and get tips on choosing ones that are ripe.