Chicken Tostadas with Salsa Verde

Ingredients

• For the Chicken:
• 2 cups shredded cooked chicken 🍗
• 1 tsp olive oil 🫒
• 0.5 tsp cumin
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder 🧄
• 0.5 tsp smoked paprika 🌶️
• 0.5 tsp salt 🧂
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• For the Salsa Verde:
• 6 tomatillos, husked and rinsed 🍏
• 1 small jalapeño, deseeded (optional for less heat) 🌶️
• 2 cloves garlic 🧄
• 0.5 cup cilantro, chopped 🌿
• 0.25 cup onion, chopped 🧅
• 1 tbsp lime juice 🍋
• 0.5 tsp salt 🧂
• For the Tostadas:
• 8 corn tortillas 🌽
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for baking or frying)
• For Toppings:
• 0.5 cup refried beans (optional) 🫘
• 0.5 cup queso fresco, crumbled 🧀
• 0.5 cup shredded lettuce 🥬
• 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes, diced 🍅
• 1 avocado, sliced 🥑
• Lime wedges, for serving 🍋

Instructions

1. 11️⃣ Prepare the Chicken
2. 2Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
3. 3Add shredded chicken, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir and cook for 3-4 minutes until warmed and well-seasoned. Remove from heat. 🍗🔥
4. 42️⃣ Make the Salsa Verde
5. 5In a pot, boil tomatillos, jalapeño, and garlic for 5 minutes until softened.
6. 6Blend with cilantro, onion, lime juice, and salt until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste. 🍏✨
7. 73️⃣ Prepare the Tostadas
8. 8For Baked Tostadas: Brush tortillas lightly with oil and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway until crispy.
9. 9For Fried Tostadas: Heat oil in a pan and fry tortillas for 1-2 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels. 🌮🔥
10. 104️⃣ Assemble the Tostadas
11. 11Spread a layer of refried beans on each tostada (if using).
12. 12Top with seasoned chicken, salsa verde, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, and queso fresco.
13. 13Finish with a squeeze of lime. 🍋✨
14. 145️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
15. 15Plate and serve immediately while crispy. Pair with a fresh agua fresca or limeade for a refreshing meal! 🍹🔥