Description
A refreshing and easy-to-make Mexican dish featuring crispy tostadas topped with creamy guacamole, juicy shredded chicken, and zesty tomato salsa.
Ingredients
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- 1 ripe avocado, peeled
- 1 tbsp minced red onion
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded (or use rotisserie chicken)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) tomato salsa
- 4 tostada shells
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) shredded lettuce
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) shredded cheese (optional)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- To make the guacamole, combine the avocado, red onion, lime juice, salt, and garlic in a food processor. Pulse until smooth and creamy.
- If using uncooked chicken, cook the chicken breasts in a pan over medium heat until fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side. Shred the chicken once cooled. Alternatively, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- To assemble the tostadas, spread a layer of guacamole on each tostada shell.
- Top with shredded chicken, followed by a spoonful of tomato salsa.
- Add shredded lettuce and cheese, if using.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken or leftover shredded chicken to save time.
- This dish is perfect for hot summer days when you want to avoid cooking.
- You can prepare the components in advance and store them in the fridge for quick assembly.
- Customize with your favorite toppings like jalapeños or hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tostada
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 500
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 55