Description
These Easy Chicken Tostadas are a flavorful and satisfying meal that comes together quickly with simple ingredients. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or casual gathering with friends. Customize with your favorite toppings for a delicious twist!
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup salsa or taco sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Tostadas:
- 8 tostada shells
- 1 cup refried beans (warmed)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, salsa, cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder. Stir until the chicken is evenly coated and warmed through.
- Assemble the Tostadas: Spread a spoonful of warm refried beans over each tostada shell. Top with the seasoned chicken, followed by shredded lettuce, cheese, diced tomatoes, red onion, and a dollop of sour cream.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
- For a low-carb version, try serving the toppings over lettuce or using low-carb tortilla chips.
- Add sliced avocado or jalapeños for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Assembling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tostadas
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
