Best 2 Southern Style Chicken Toast Recipes

Southern-style chicken toast is a delightful combination of classic Southern flavors, offering a crispy, juicy, and savory treat. Prepared with tender chicken, a flavorful breading, and a rich gravy, this dish is sure to satisfy your taste buds. Our recipe features a step-by-step guide, ensuring that you achieve perfect results every time.

In addition to the main recipe, we also provide variations to cater to different dietary preferences and tastes. For those who prefer a healthier option, we offer a baked chicken toast that delivers the same delicious flavors without the added fat. Alternatively, if you're craving a more indulgent experience, our fried chicken toast is coated in a crispy, golden-brown breading that pairs perfectly with the rich gravy.

Whether you're a fan of classic Southern cuisine or simply looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, our Southern-style chicken toast recipes are sure to impress. From the tender chicken to the flavorful gravy, each bite is a journey through Southern culinary heritage. So gather your ingredients and let's get cooking!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY CHICKEN TOAST

Creamy Chicken Toast image

Diced chicken breast is draped in a creamy sauce with green onions and peppers plus tarragon for the finishing touch. Enjoy a delicious, comforting chicken dish as well as a reminder on how to make cream sauce--it's easier than you thought. I serve this over bread, but any starchy base will do. Garnish with green onions if desired.

Provided by Chef John

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes Skillet

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

12 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into strips
salt to taste
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons sliced green onions, white and lighter green parts, or to taste
½ red bell pepper, or to taste, diced
1 large jalapeno pepper, or to taste, seeded and diced
¼ cup chicken broth
1 ½ cups heavy cream
2 tablespoons creme fraiche
1 pinch ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
4 slices bread, toasted

Steps:

Season chicken with salt.
Heat butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until outside firms up and inside is still medium-rare, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate and let cool.
Reduce heat to medium. Combine green onions, red bell pepper, and jalapeno in the skillet. Add a pinch of salt. Cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Increase heat to high. Pour in chicken broth. Stir until liquid is mostly evaporated. Stir in cream. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cook until sauce is reduced to desired thickness, 6 to 10 minutes.
Cut chicken into evenly sized cubes. Add chicken, accumulated juices, and creme fraiche to the sauce. Cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center, 3 to 7 minutes more. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne. Turn off heat. Stir in tarragon and spoon chicken and sauce over toast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.7 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Cholesterol 188.9 mg, Fat 41.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 24.9 g, Sodium 382.2 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

SMOTHERED BBQ CHICKEN ON TEXAS TOAST

Smothered BBQ Chicken on Texas Toast image

Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 32

Ingredients

2 pounds chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 1/4 cups Chipotle Vinegar BBQ Sauce, recipe follows
4 slices Texas toast, brushed with butter and toasted until golden
Southern White Sauce, recipe follows
Pickled Red Onions, recipe follows:
2 cups ketchup
1/3 cup molasses
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 medium clove garlic, grated
1 medium Vidalia onion, peeled, quartered and pureed in a food processer, solids strained and juice reserved (about 1/4 cup onion juice)
1 medium Vidalia onion, peeled, quartered and pureed in a food processer, solids strained and juice reserved (about 1/4 cup onion juice)
1 chipotle pepper in adobo
1 to 2 tablespoons adobo sauce, depending on spice desired
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
3/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Red pepper flakes
1 bay leaf
1 large red onion, peeled, halved and sliced into half-moons, 1/4-inch thick
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
Heat a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle both sides of the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Add the oil to the skillet, and then the chicken thighs. Sear both sides of the chicken until golden in color, about 3 minutes per side.
Lower the heat and add in the Chipotle Vinegar BBQ Sauce. Bring to a simmer, and then place in the oven to finish cooking the chicken, 10 to 15 minutes. Let the chicken cool a bit in the sauce. Then, using two forks, shred the chicken into medium pieces and hold in the sauce until ready to serve.
Lay down the Texas toast and put a nice amount of the saucy, shredded chicken on top. Artfully drizzle Southern White Sauce on top of the chicken and then pile on the Pickled Red Onions. Pick it up or fork and knife it, either way it's delicious.
Add the ketchup, molasses, vinegar, 1/4 cup water, mustard, oil, Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce, black pepper, garlic, onion juice, chipotle pepper and adobo sauce together in a saucepot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once at a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes to combine the flavors. Remove from the heat and cool to room temperature.
Combine the mayonnaise, cider vinegar, lemon juice and some salt and pepper in a bowl. Use immediately or store in airtight container in fridge for up to 4 days. Great as a salad dressing too!
To a saucepot, add the vinegar, 1/2 cup water, sugar, salt, red pepper flakes to taste and bay leaf and bring to a boil. Add the onions to a heatproof container and pour the boiling pickling liquid over them. Let the onions sit for at least 30 minutes. Right before serving, add in the parsley.

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your chicken toast even more delicious. Look for high-quality chicken breasts, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful bread.
Season the chicken well. Be generous with the spices and herbs when seasoning the chicken. This will help to create a flavorful and juicy dish.
Cook the chicken thoroughly. Make sure the chicken is cooked through before assembling the toast. This will help to prevent foodborne illness.
Use a variety of toppings. Don't be afraid to experiment with different toppings for your chicken toast. Some popular options include avocado, cheese, bacon, and tomatoes.
Serve immediately. Chicken toast is best served immediately after it is made. This will help to ensure that the toast is crispy and the chicken is hot and juicy.

Conclusion:

Chicken toast is a quick and easy meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken toast a try.