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chicken tostadas

Chicken Tostadas: 5 Steps to Delicious Homemade Joy


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Crispy chicken tostadas topped with fresh ingredients.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 8 tostada shells
  • 1 cup refried beans
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place tostada shells on a baking sheet and warm in the oven for about 5-7 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with salsa, salt, and pepper.
  4. Spread a layer of refried beans on each tostada shell.
  5. Top with the chicken mixture, followed by lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and queso fresco.
  6. Bake for an additional 5 minutes to warm toppings.
  7. Garnish with avocado slices and cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lime juice and spices before cooking.
  • Consider adding jalapeños for heat.
  • Use black beans instead of refried beans for a different taste.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tostada
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 17g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: chicken tostadas, Mexican recipes, tostadas