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chicken tostadas

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Recipe by
Beth Pierce
@smalltownwoman
Ofallon, MO

These family friend deliciously Easy Chicken Tostadas are a cinch to put together using ready to go tostada shells and rotisserie chicken. A quick five ingredient Pico de Gallo, refried beans, and Mexican Blend cheese take these tasty Tex Mex tostadas to the next level. No one is ever late for dinner when these are on the menu. They are a filling meal all by themselves but when a super hearty meal is needed I like to serve them with Doritos Taco Salad and Easy Mexican Coleslaw. There is just no denying all the wonderful flavor in Tex Mex cuisine.

yield 12 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For chicken tostadas

  • 1 md
    tomato diced
  • 3 Tbsp
    finely chopped onion
  • 3 Tbsp
    fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/2
    jalapeno minced (2 tablespoons)
  • 1 Tbsp
    lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • 12
    tostadas shells
  • 1 can
    refried beans (preferably vegetarian)
  • 2 c
    shredded mexican blend
  • 4 c
    shredded lettuce
  • 2 1/2 c
    diced chicken

How To Make chicken tostadas

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • 2
    In a small bowl combine the tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeno, lime juice and salt. Set aside for a few minutes.
  • 3
    Place tostada shells in single layer on baking sheet. Place in oven and bake for 5-6 minutes.
  • 4
    Heat beans in microwavable dish. Spread 1 heaping tablespoon refried beans over the crispy shells. Top with a sprinkle of cheese. Place back in the oven until melted; 2-3 minutes. Then top with shredded lettuce, diced chicken, pico de gallo (that you set aside), and another sprinkling of cheese. For best results serve promptly.
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