Pan-Fried Green Tomatoes with Spicy Texas Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocados
A Texas-inspired appetizer featuring crispy pan-fried green tomatoes paired with creamy avocados filled with a zesty chicken salad. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, turns green tomatoes, all-purpose flour, cornmeal into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 medium green tomatoes
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup chopped celery
- 2 tbsp diced red onion
- 1 tbsp hot sauce
- 2 large ripe avocados
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
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Instructions
- Step 1: Slice 3 medium green tomatoes into 1/2-inch thick rounds. In a shallow bowl, mix 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup cornmeal, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Dredge each tomato slice in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Step 2: Heat 1/2 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the coated tomato slices in batches for about 3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
- Step 3: In a medium bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups cooked shredded chicken, 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1/4 cup chopped celery, 2 tbsp diced red onion, 1 tbsp hot sauce, and 1 tbsp chopped cilantro. Mix well.
- Step 4: Halve and pit 2 large ripe avocados, scooping out a small cavity to enlarge the filling space. Sprinkle each half with 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Step 5: Spoon the spicy chicken salad generously into each avocado half. Serve the stuffed avocados alongside the fried green tomatoes for a flavorful Texas-inspired starter.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pan-Fried Green Tomatoes with Spicy Texas Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocados take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Pan-Fried Green Tomatoes with Spicy Texas Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocados?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for crisp items, or in the fridge for anything dairy- or produce-based, for up to 3–5 days. Re-crisp baked snacks in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes if they soften.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Fried Green Tomatoes with Spicy Texas Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocados?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Pan-Fried Green Tomatoes with Spicy Texas Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocados for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Pan-Fried Green Tomatoes with Spicy Texas Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocados?
American snacks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
