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Chicken tostadas on a cutting board topped with cilantro and chopped avocados.
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Chicken Tostadas

Crispy chicken tostadas topped with creamy avocado, refried beans, and more. Perfect for a quick dinner or casual get-together!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: chicken, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Rena

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast pounded for evenly cooking
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix divided
  • Kosher salt and pepper to taste
  • 7.5 ounces green salsa one can, can replace with red salsa
  • 12 small corn tortillas I use 4-inch diameter
  • Olive oil cooking spray
  • 1 cup refried beans at room temp, or warmed in the microwave
  • 1 hass avocado mashed
  • 1-2 tomatoes diced
  • 1 small red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Lime wedges Optional: for serving

Instructions

  • Rub the 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tbsp of the 2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix, and Kosher salt and pepper.
  • Cook the chicken in a preheated skillet until golden and cooked through about 12-14 minutes.
    Two cooked and seasoned chicken breasts in a skillet.
  • Using 2 forks, shred the cooked chicken, then toss with the 7.5 ounces green salsa and cook for 5 minutes, until the liquid is reduced. Set aside.
    Cooked, shredded chicken and salsa in a cast iron skillet.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 400°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper. Lightly spray the 12 small corn tortillas with Olive oil cooking spray, then sprinkle and rub with 1 tbsp of taco seasoning.
    Six corn tortillas sprinkled with seasoning on a baking sheet.
  • Bake for 5 minutes, then flip and bake for 2-3 minutes more, just until crispy.
  • To assemble the tostadas, lay the crispy tortillas on a platter. spread with 1 cup refried beans (equally), then top with the chicken, 1 hass avocado, 1-2 tomatoes, 1 small red onion, 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese,1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and Lime wedges.
    A hand sprinkling toppings on a chicken tostada on a white plate.

Notes

Tips & Tricks

Want to make sure your chicken tostadas are a hit? Here are a few tips:
  • For an extra crispy tortilla, don’t skip the olive oil spray before baking.
  • Shred the chicken when it’s hot for easier shredding.
  • Use a store-bought green salsa to save time, or make your own for an extra personal touch.

Nutrition

Calories: 545kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 1215mg | Potassium: 1046mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1012IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 197mg | Iron: 3mg