Chicken, Watercress, and Avocado Sandwich with Tarr

Name: Chicken, Watercress, and Avocado Sandwich with Tarragon Aioli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise; 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon; 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar; 2 garlic cloves; 1 minced, 1 halved; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves; 8 center slices country white bread (each about 5x3 inches), toasted; 1 bunch watercress, stems trimmed; 2 avocados, halved, pitted, peeled, each half thinly sliced but intact

Servings: persons

1
Whisk mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons oil, tarragon, vinegar, minced garlic, and lemon juice in small bowl to blend well.
2
Season aioli with salt and pepper.
3
Place chicken breasts between sheets of waxed paper.
4
Using rolling pin, flatten chicken to even 1/2-inch thickness; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
5
Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
6
Add chicken; saute until brown and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.
7
Cool chicken, then tear into narrow 3-inch strips.
8
Place chicken in bowl.
9
Mix in 3/4 cup aioli; season with salt and pepper (reserve remaining aioli for another use).
10
Rub 1 side of each toast slice with cut side of halved garlic.
11
Arrange 4 toasts garlic side up.
12
Top each with 1/4 of watercress, 1 fanned-out avocado half, and 1/4 of chicken.
13
Sprinkle with salt and pepper; top with remaining toasts, garlic side down.

781

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup mayonnaise, 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon, 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Chicken, Watercress, and Avocado Sandwich with Tarragon Aioli falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken, Watercress, and Avocado Sandwich with Tarragon Aioli

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