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Crispy fried corn tortillas piled high with seasoned shredded chicken, refried beans, and fresh toppings. A fun, customizable Tex-Mex classic that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a party.
For 4 servings
Poach and Shred Chicken
Season the Chicken
Fry the Tostada Shells
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Crispy fried corn tortillas piled high with seasoned shredded chicken, refried beans, and fresh toppings. A fun, customizable Tex-Mex classic that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a party.
This tex_mex recipe takes 50 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 727.06 calories per serving with 43.98g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Prepare Toppings
Assemble and Serve
Substitute the chicken with seasoned ground beef, shredded pork (carnitas), or black beans for a vegetarian option.
Add a layer of guacamole instead of sliced avocado, or top with pickled red onions for a tangy crunch.
For a milder version, omit the jalapeño from the pico de gallo. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chicken seasoning.
Chicken breast is a fantastic source of lean protein, essential for muscle repair, growth, and maintaining a healthy metabolism.
Toppings like avocado, tomatoes, and cilantro provide essential nutrients, including Vitamin C, potassium, and healthy monounsaturated fats, which support heart health.
This recipe is easily adaptable. Use black beans for a vegetarian, high-fiber option, or bake the tortillas and use Greek yogurt instead of crema for a lower-fat meal.
Assemble them right before you plan to eat. The layer of refried beans acts as a helpful barrier, but moisture from the toppings will eventually soften the crispy shell.
You can prepare all the components in advance: cook and shred the chicken, make the pico de gallo, and prep the toppings. Store them in separate airtight containers in the fridge. Fry the tortillas and assemble just before serving for the best texture.
They can be part of a balanced meal. The chicken provides lean protein, and toppings like avocado and tomatoes offer healthy fats and vitamins. To make them healthier, bake the tortillas instead of frying, use low-fat cheese, and load up on fresh vegetable toppings.
A typical serving of two chicken tostadas has approximately 550-650 calories, depending on the specific toppings and whether the tortillas are fried or baked.
The easiest way is using two forks to pull the meat apart while it's still warm. For a faster method, you can use a stand mixer with the paddle attachment on low speed to shred the chicken in seconds.