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Delicious Chicken Tostadas with Refried Beans topped with cheese and tomatoes

Chicken Tostadas with Refried Beans

A quick and customizable meal featuring crispy tortillas topped with warm refried beans and seasoned chicken, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Tostada Components
  • 8 pieces Tostada shells (store-bought or homemade) Can be baked or pan-fried.
  • 1 can Refried beans Canned is totally fine.
  • 2 cups Cooked chicken Rotisserie, leftovers, or quick-cooked.
Seasoning and Toppings
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup Shredded cheese Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or queso fresco.
  • 2 cups Shredded lettuce or cabbage
  • 1 cup Diced tomatoes or pico de gallo
  • 1/2 cup Sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 each Avocado or guacamole
  • 1 each Lime wedges
  • optional Pickled jalapenos, hot sauce, sliced onions, cilantro For added flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Warm the refried beans in a small pot with a splash of water or broth and stir until smooth and spreadable.
  2. Season and warm the chicken in a skillet with a little oil and the seasonings.
  3. Set up toppings like a mini bar: lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, avocado, and lime.
Assembly
  1. Assemble the tostadas in the following order: shell, warmed refried beans, chicken, cheese, then cold toppings last.
  2. Serve immediately to enjoy the crunch.

Notes

Keep ingredients separate until ready to serve to avoid sogginess. Customize with your favorite toppings.