Chicken Tostadas

Crispy chicken tostadas topped with fresh ingredients for a flavor-packed meal.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Chicken

3-4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Adjust based on servings

Cooking Essentials

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin recommended
1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Fresh ground for best flavor
1 teaspoon Chili Powder Use mild if preferred
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Convenient flavor addition
1 teaspoon Onion Powder Finely ground for even distribution
to taste Salt Enhances flavors
to taste Black Pepper Freshly cracked preferred

Tostada Base

8 pieces Corn Tortillas Thick tortillas recommended
1 cup Refried Beans Choose your favorite brand

Toppings

2 cups Lettuce Shredded iceberg or romaine
1 cup Diced Tomatoes Use ripe or canned
1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a substitute
to taste Sliced Jalapeños Adjust based on spice tolerance
1 cup Shredded Cheese (Cheddar or Mexican Blend) Choose a cheese that melts well
to taste Cilantro Optional, omit if disliked

Method

Prep the Chicken

Gather your ingredients and tools. Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces, ensuring they are uniform for even cooking. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the diced chicken for added flavor.

Cook the Chicken

Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Once hot, add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.

Assemble the Tostadas

Spread a layer of refried beans on each tortilla, top with cooked chicken, and add your desired toppings such as lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, jalapeños, and sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These chicken tostadas are versatile and can be customized with various toppings based on your preference.

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