Easy Sweet & Smoky Mexican Shredded Chicken Tostadas
30 Minutes Prep
1 Hour 10 Minutes Total
6 Servings
460 Calories per Serving
Savor the irresistible combination of crunchy pan-fried corn tortillas topped with sweet and smoky shredded chicken and an array of fresh toppings. A flavor explosion, these delightful shredded chicken tostadas are a fan favorite that will leave you craving more!
Ingredient List
- 1 package (20 oz) boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons from 1 jar Mezco™ Sweet & Smoky Spice Blend
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 6 corn tortillas (6 inches)
- Kosher salt for sprinkling
- 1/2 cup refried beans, heated
- 3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (6 oz)
- 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1 avocado, thinly sliced
- 1 container (8 oz) fresh salsa
- 1/2 cup Mexican crema or sour cream
- Chopped fresh cilantro, if desired
Preparation
- Heat oven to 400°F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with aluminum foil or cooking parchment paper. Trim excess fat from chicken thighs. Add thighs to large bowl with olive oil, spice blend and 1 teaspoon salt; toss to coat. Place on pan.
- Bake uncovered 25 to 30 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut (at least 165°F). Cool chicken 15 minutes; leave oven on. Shred chicken with 2 forks.
- Meanwhile, pour oil for frying into 4-quart heavy-bottomed pot to a depth of about 1 inch. Place over medium heat; heat to 375°F. Add tortillas, one at a time, and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 1 1/2 minutes, turning halfway through. Using tongs, transfer to paper towel-lined pan; sprinkle with kosher salt. Set aside.
- Spread beans evenly over one side of each tortilla; sprinkle each with 2 tablespoons cheese. Transfer to ungreased cookie sheet; bake at 400°F 3 to 4 minutes or until cheese is melted. Divide tortillas among 6 serving plates.
- Evenly mound chicken on each tortilla; top with lettuce, avocado, salsa and a dollop of crema. Garnish with cilantro.
Tips
- The tortillas must be fried until very crispy, otherwise they may become rubbery, making them difficult to cut with a knife and fork.
- Make it a party! Prepare the tortillas, then let each person customize and add their own toppings.
- Serve these flavorful shredded chicken tostadas with Mexican rice and beans for a deliciously filling meal!
Nutrition Information
Servings: 6
Serving size: 1 Tostada
Amount per serving (Calories ): 460
| Food component / Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 30g | 47% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 43% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | % Value not available |
| Cholesterol | 115mg | 38% |
| Sodium | 860mg | 36% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber | 4g | 17% |
| Soluble Fiber | 1g | % Value not available |
| Sugars | 2g | % Value not available |
| Protein | 26g | % Value not available |
| Vitamin D | Value not available | 2% |
| Vitamin E | Value not available | 10% |
| Calcium | Value not available | 15% |
| Iron | Value not available | 10% |
| Potassium | 510mg | 14% |
| Thiamin | Value not available | 8% |
| Riboflavin | Value not available | 25% |
| Niacin | Value not available | 30% |
| Vitamin B6 | Value not available | 25% |
| Vitamin B12 | Value not available | 20% |
| Pantothenic Acid | Value not available | 15% |
| Phosphorus | Value not available | 35% |
| Magnesium | Value not available | 15% |
| Zinc | Value not available | 25% |
| Manganese | Value not available | 10% |
| Selenium | Value not available | 45% |
| Copper | Value not available | 10% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | ||
Exchanges
- Starch 1,
- Fruit 0,
- Other Carbohydrate ½,
- Skim Milk 0,
- Low-Fat Milk 0,
- Milk 0,
- Vegetable 0,
- Very Lean Meat 0,
- Lean Meat 2&½,
- Medium-Fat Meat 0,
- High-Fat Meat ½,
- Fat 3&½,
- Fruits 0c,
- Vegetables ½c,
- Grains 1oz-eq,
- Meat & Beans 3oz-eq,
- Dairy ½c,
- Fats & Oils 3tsp
Carbohydrate Choice
- Choices per serving1
