Crispy Chicken Tostadas (Printable)
Crispy corn tortillas with seasoned chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy toppings.
# What You Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie or poached)
02 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon cumin
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
→ Tostadas & Toppings
07 - 8 corn tostada shells
08 - 1 cup refried beans (canned or homemade), warmed
09 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
10 - 1 cup diced tomatoes
11 - 1/2 cup diced red onion
12 - 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
13 - 1/2 cup sour cream
14 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
15 - 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
16 - 1 avocado, sliced
17 - Lime wedges, for serving
# How-To:
01 - In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and lime juice. Mix thoroughly to coat the chicken evenly, then set aside to marinate briefly.
02 - Warm the refried beans in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally, until smooth and spreadable.
03 - Place the tostada shells on a serving platter. Spread a thin, even layer of the warm refried beans onto each shell using a spoon or spatula.
04 - Top each bean-covered shell with a portion of the seasoned shredded chicken. Layer with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced red onion, and shredded cheese.
05 - Add a dollop of sour cream, followed by fresh cilantro, jalapeño slices, and avocado slices.
06 - Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It is like building your own mini fiesta on a plate with endless customization options.
- The textures come together perfectly for a meal that feels indulgent but comes together quickly.
02 -
- Be generous with the lime juice because it is the secret ingredient that ties all the spices together.
- Assemble these right before eating to prevent the shells from getting soggy under the weight of the toppings.
03 -
- Warm your tortilla shells in the oven for a few minutes before assembling to maximize their crunch.
- Let the chicken marinate in the spices for at least ten minutes for deeper flavor.