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Chicken Tostadas

Crispy tostadas topped with seasoned shredded chicken, warmed refried beans, avocado, and a fresh tomato-onion topping.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 poundsboneless skinless chicken breast tenders
  • 2 tablespoonsolive oil divided
  • 1 teaspoonchili powder
  • 1 teaspoononion powder
  • 1 teaspoongarlic powder
  • 1 teaspoonkosher salt divided
  • 1 lime cut in half and divided
  • 2 Roma tomatoes diced
  • 1/2 cupdiced white onion
  • 1 cupsrefried pinto beans or black beans warmed
  • 8 tostadas *
  • 2 avocados pitted and sliced
  • sour cream
  • fresh cilantro

Instructions

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, combine the 1½ pounds chicken breast tenders, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and the juice of half the lime; mix until the chicken is evenly coated.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet in a single layer and cook 3–4 minutes per side, or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center (internal temperature 165°F if using a thermometer).
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes, then shred the chicken with two forks.
  • In a small bowl, combine the diced Roma tomatoes, ½ cup diced white onion, the juice of the remaining half lime, and the remaining ½ teaspoon kosher salt; stir to combine.
  • Warm the 1 cup refried pinto beans or black beans in a small saucepan over low–medium heat, stirring occasionally, or heat briefly in the microwave until hot.
  • To assemble the 8 tostadas: spread the warmed beans evenly over each tostada, then top each with a portion of shredded chicken, a few slices from the 2 avocados, a spoonful of the tomato-onion mixture, and a drizzle of sour cream.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Large Skillet
  • Small Bowl
  • Small Saucepan
  • Forks
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Microwave

Notes

Even with store-bought tostadas, I recommend toasting them up in the oven before adding your toppings to keep them from turning soggy.
I always recommend garnishing these with cilantro and a squeeze of lime– so fresh!
Nutritional information does not include optional toppings.