EASY CHICKEN TOSTADAS
These easy chicken tostadas are crispy, flavorful, and ready in minutes. Topped with seasoned chicken, refried beans, and fresh toppings, they make a delicious and satisfying weeknight dinner or party appetizer.
Ingredients
- 6 tostada shells
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken rotisserie or leftover chicken works great
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup refried beans warmed
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ¾ cup shredded cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend
- ½ cup chopped tomatoes
- ¼ cup chopped red onion
- ¼ cup sour cream or Mexican crema
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Prepare Chicken:
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add shredded chicken and season with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until heated through and well-coated.
Warm the Tostadas:
- Place tostada shells on a baking sheet and warm in a 375°F (190°C) oven for about 5 minutes, or until crisp.
Assemble:
- Spread a layer of refried beans on each tostada shell. Top with the seasoned chicken, shredded lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, and red onion.
Finish & Serve:
- Drizzle with sour cream or crema. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
Make Ahead:
The chicken can be cooked and seasoned up to 2 days in advance and stored in the fridge. Customizing the Flavor:
Add sliced avocado, jalapeños, or hot sauce for extra flavor. Swap chicken with ground beef or black beans for variety. Serving Suggestions:
Serve with Mexican rice, a side salad, or tortilla chips and salsa. Allergy-Friendly Options:
Use dairy-free cheese and sour cream alternatives for a dairy-free version. Check tostada shells for gluten-free certification if needed. Storage Tips:
Store toppings separately and assemble just before serving to keep tostadas crisp.
The chicken can be cooked and seasoned up to 2 days in advance and stored in the fridge. Customizing the Flavor:
Add sliced avocado, jalapeños, or hot sauce for extra flavor. Swap chicken with ground beef or black beans for variety. Serving Suggestions:
Serve with Mexican rice, a side salad, or tortilla chips and salsa. Allergy-Friendly Options:
Use dairy-free cheese and sour cream alternatives for a dairy-free version. Check tostada shells for gluten-free certification if needed. Storage Tips:
Store toppings separately and assemble just before serving to keep tostadas crisp.