Crispy Rice Paper Toast: Crunchy, Cheesy and Packed with Protein
This Crispy Rice Paper Toast is a quick and delicious way to turn simple ingredients into something seriously satisfying. Layers of rice paper are brushed with egg wash, folded and cooked in a sandwich maker until crisp and golden, with a savoury filling of shredded chicken, sun-dried tomato pesto, spring onion and melted mozzarella tucked inside. Naturally gluten-free and high in protein, it makes a brilliant alternative to a traditional bread-based toastie and works equally well for breakfast, lunch or a quick savoury snack. If you enjoy creative ways to cook with rice paper, try my Spinach Feta Rice Paper Bombs or Air Fryer Rice Paper Salmon en Croûte next.
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Simple Ingredients, Big Flavours
One of the best things about this recipe is that you only need a handful of everyday ingredients to create a toast that is crisp on the outside, cheesy in the middle and packed with flavour. If you enjoy simple rice paper transformations like this one, my Air Fryer Salmon Sushi Parcels and Air Fryer Pesto Mozzarella Rice Paper Sticks (Gluten-Free Snack) are worth adding to your list.
- Rice paper – You will need four sheets to make two toasts. I used square rice paper because it fits easily into my sandwich maker, but 22 cm round sheets work perfectly well too. Simply fold them so they fit comfortably inside your machine.
- Egg and milk – These are whisked together to make the egg wash. Brushing both sides of each rice paper sheet softens it enough to fold and helps create those crisp, layered edges once cooked.
- Sesame seeds – A small sprinkle adds extra crunch and a subtle nutty flavour to the outside of each toast.
- Sun-dried tomato pesto – Only a teaspoon is needed for the whole recipe. Its concentrated tomato flavour works beautifully with the chicken and mozzarella without making the filling too wet.
- Cooked chicken breast – Shredded cooked chicken makes the filling satisfying and protein-rich. This is also a great recipe for using up a small amount of leftover chicken.
- Spring onion – Just a little chopped spring onion adds freshness and a mild onion flavour that balances the richer pesto and cheese.
- Mozzarella – Shredded mozzarella melts into the chicken and pesto while the rice paper becomes crisp around it, giving you that irresistible crunchy-and-cheesy contrast.
- Olive oil spray – A very light spray over the sandwich maker helps the outside cook evenly and become beautifully golden without needing much oil.
How to Make Crispy Rice Paper Toast
Prepare the Egg Wash and Filling
In a small bowl, beat the egg and milk together until well combined. Before you start working with the rice paper, prepare all the remaining ingredients and keep them close to your work surface. Shred the cooked chicken, chop the spring onion and grate the mozzarella so everything is ready to use. This is important because the rice paper starts to soften once it is brushed with the egg mixture, so it is best to work fairly quickly.
Brush and Fold the Rice Paper
Place one rice paper sheet on a clean, flat work surface. I used square rice paper, but round rice paper works just as well. Simply fold and shape it so it fits comfortably inside your sandwich maker. Brush one side of the rice paper with the egg wash, then carefully flip it over and brush the other side too.
Sprinkle a little sesame seed over one quarter of the rice paper. Fold the sheet in half, then fold it in half again to create a smaller layered piece. Set it aside and quickly repeat the same process with the second rice paper sheet.
Assemble the Toast
Keep the sandwich maker cold and switched off while you assemble the toast. Lightly spray the sandwich maker with olive oil, then place one folded rice paper sheet inside with the sesame-seed side facing down.
Spread about ½ teaspoon of sun-dried tomato pesto over the centre of the rice paper. Top with half of the shredded chicken, half of the chopped spring onion and half of the shredded mozzarella. Keep the filling mostly in the middle and leave a small border around the edges to help prevent it from spilling out while cooking.
Place the second folded rice paper sheet on top with the sesame-seed side facing upwards.
Cook Until Crispy and Golden
Close the sandwich maker, then switch it on. Cook until the rice paper is crisp and golden and the mozzarella inside has melted. All sandwich makers are slightly different, so check the toast from time to time rather than relying only on an exact cooking time. Once the first toast is ready, carefully remove it from the sandwich maker. Repeat the same process with the remaining two rice paper sheets, ½ teaspoon pesto, chicken, spring onion and mozzarella. Serve immediately while the rice paper is crisp and the cheese is still warm and melted.
Why We Love Crispy Rice Paper Toast
There is a lot to love about this recipe: it is quick, requires very little preparation and turns just a few simple ingredients into something that feels much more exciting than an ordinary sandwich. The folded rice paper gives you thin, crisp layers around a warm chicken, pesto and mozzarella centre, while the egg, chicken and cheese make it naturally high in protein and satisfying enough for breakfast, lunch or a snack. It is also an easy gluten-free alternative to a traditional bread toastie when you use certified gluten-free ingredients where necessary. If crispy rice paper is becoming a regular feature in your kitchen, add my Air Fryer Pesto Parmesan Rice Paper Rings and Crispy Air Fryer Rice Paper Cheese Balls to your must-try list.
Perfect for Any Occasion
This Crispy Rice Paper Toast is one of those recipes that can easily fit into different parts of the day. Make it for a quick high-protein breakfast, serve it with salad for an easy lunch, or cook one when you need a warm savoury snack without spending ages in the kitchen. It is particularly handy when you have a little cooked chicken left in the fridge and want to turn it into something completely different, and because the sandwich maker does most of the work, there is very little clean-up afterwards. If you need more easy recipes for busy days, try my Crispy Rice Paper Mozzarella Chips or Crispy Chicken Rice Paper Rolls (Air Fryer, High Protein).
Instagram Tutorial & More
Want to see how this recipe comes together? Watch our quick video on Instagram, and don’t miss our other easy and delicious recipes:
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- Feta and Spinach Rice Paper Rolls (Air Fryer, Gluten-Free)
- Rice Paper Chicken Sausage Rolls
- Crispy Salmon Squares
- Salmon Rice Paper Parcels
- Redcurrant Rice Paper Pancake
Happy cooking,
Izabella
Description
This Crispy Rice Paper Toast is a quick and satisfying high-protein recipe filled with shredded chicken, sun-dried tomato pesto, spring onion and mozzarella. The rice paper turns beautifully crisp in the sandwich maker while the cheese melts into the filling. It’s easy to prepare and works well for breakfast, lunch or a protein-packed snack. The sesame seeds add a little extra crunch and flavour to every bite. It’s also naturally gluten-free when made with gluten-free pesto, making it a great alternative to traditional bread-based toasties.
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a small bowl, beat the egg and milk together until well combined. Prepare and measure the remaining ingredients before you start working with the rice paper, as it softens quickly once brushed with the egg mixture.
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Place one rice paper sheet on a clean, flat work surface. I used square rice paper, but round sheets work just as well. Simply fold and shape them so they fit inside your sandwich maker. Brush one side of the rice paper with the egg wash, then flip it over and brush the other side. Sprinkle a little sesame seed over one quarter of the sheet. Fold the rice paper in half, then fold it in half again to create a smaller layered square. Set aside and quickly repeat with a second rice paper sheet.
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Lightly spray the cold sandwich maker with olive oil. Place one folded rice paper inside, sesame-seed side facing down. Do not switch the sandwich maker on yet. Spread about ½ teaspoon of the sun-dried tomato pesto over the centre, then top with half of the shredded chicken, half of the spring onion and half of the mozzarella. Keep the filling mostly in the centre, leaving a small border around the edges. Place the second folded rice paper on top, sesame-seed side facing up.
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Close the sandwich maker, switch it on and cook until the rice paper is crisp and golden and the mozzarella has melted. All sandwich makers cook slightly differently, so check the toast from time to time to make sure it does not overcook. Repeat with the remaining rice paper and filling to make the second toast. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts
Servings: 2 ServingCalories:240.51kcalTotal Fat:9.56gCholesterol:122.33mgSodium:181.65mgPotassium:167.38mgTotal Carbohydrate:19.76gDietary Fiber: 0.97gSugars: 0.95gProtein:18.02gVitamin A: 71.24IUVitamin C: 0.7mgCalcium: 147.83mgIron: 1.74mgVitamin D: 0.62IUVitamin E: 0.37IUVitamin K: 4.84mcgVitamin B6: 0.29mgVitamin B12: 0.68mcgPhosphorus: 210.84mgMagnesium: 32.69mgZinc: 1.44mg
Note
- Rice paper: I used square rice paper because it fits neatly into a sandwich maker, but round sheets work too. Simply fold them to fit your machine.
- Work quickly: Once brushed with the egg mixture, rice paper softens quite fast, so have all your filling ingredients prepared before you start assembling.
- Sandwich maker: Lightly spray the sandwich maker with olive oil before adding the rice paper. Start with the machine cold, then switch it on once the toast is assembled.
- Cooking time: Sandwich makers vary, so check the toast occasionally and cook until the rice paper is crisp and golden and the mozzarella has melted.
- Filling: Keep the filling in the centre and leave a small border around the edges to help prevent it from spilling out while cooking.
- Gluten-free: Rice paper is naturally gluten-free, but check that your pesto and other packaged ingredients are certified gluten-free if required.
- High-protein: The chicken, egg and mozzarella make this a satisfying high-protein toast that works well for breakfast, lunch or a quick snack.
