Quick and Easy Chicken Tostadas
Crispy tortillas, tender chicken, and melted cheese topped with fresh veggies, these chicken tostadas are a quick, flavorful 30-minute meal. Colorful, customizable, and perfectly crunchy in every bite.
What Are Tostadas?
Tostadas are crispy tortilla shells, usually corn or flour, toasted or fried until golden and topped with beans, cheese, and fresh toppings.
Ingredients for Chicken Tostadas
For the Tortillas: Small corn or flour tortillas brushed with olive oil and toasted crisp.
For the Chicken Filling: Shredded chicken mixed with chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, green chilies, salsa, and jalapeño.
For the Toppings: Roma tomatoes, fiesta cheese, and green onions for a fresh, colorful finish.
Variations to Try
- Spicy Kick: Add cayenne, hot sauce, or chipotle for heat.
- Veggie Version: Replace chicken with sautéed mushrooms, beans, or sweet corn.
- Tropical Twist: Add pineapple salsa or avocado crema for a sweet contrast.
How To Make Chicken Tostadas
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet. Brush tortillas with olive oil and bake for 10 minutes until crisp.
2. In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, green chilies, salsa, and jalapeño.
3. Spoon the chicken mix onto the crisp tortillas, top with cheese, and bake for 5–10 minutes until melted.
4. Finish with chopped Roma tomatoes and green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!
What to Serve with Chicken Tostadas
Tostadas are usually topped with beans, meats, cheese, and fresh toppings, with plenty of easy substitutes.
Keesha’s Tips & Tricks
- Layer Smart: Start with beans or salsa, add chicken, then cheese, and finish with fresh toppings for the perfect bite.
- Don’t Overload: Keep toppings balanced to prevent soggy shells.
- Crispy but Not Hard: Bake your tortillas just until golden. They should be crunchy but still have a little flex.
How To Store Assembled Chicken Tostadas
Store chicken, toppings, and shells separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Re-crisp tortillas before assembling for best texture.
FAQs about Chicken Tostadas
More Mexican Dish Recipes
For more traditional, flavorful Mexican dishes, try my Aguachile Verde, Horchata De Arroz, Sopa Fria De Coditos, and Sopaipillas. You won’t regret it.
Quick And Easy Chicken Tostadas
Ingredients
- 6 low carbs street taco-size tortillas zero net carbs
- 3 cups shredded chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ cup canned diced green chilies
- ¼ cup salsa
- 1 jalapeño pepper finely chopped
- 1 Roma tomato chopped
- 1 cup Fiesta blend cheese
- ¼ cup green onions chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy clean-up.
- Then arrange the keto tortillas in a single layer on the baking sheet. Lightly brush each tortilla with olive oil for added crispiness. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes until they reach a desirable crispness.
- Next, in a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, diced green chilies, salsa, and finely chopped jalapeño pepper. Stir the mixture thoroughly to ensure the chicken is well-coated with the spices and other ingredients.
- Remove the crisped tortillas from the oven. Spoon an even layer of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, spreading it to cover the surface.
- Generously sprinkle Fiesta blend cheese over the chicken layer on each tostada.
- Return the tostadas to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Before serving, garnish each tostada with freshly chopped Roma tomatoes and green onions. Serve hot, and enjoy a burst of flavor in each bite.
