Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 tbsp

olive oil

1 cup

onion

chopped

1 tsp

garlic

minced

0.5 tsp

cumin

0.5 tsp

dried chipotle powder

0.25 tsp

cinnamon

1 lb

ground chicken breast

0.5 cup

salsa

0.25 cup

water

0.5 tsp

salt

2 tbsp

cilantro

1 tsp

lime juice

4 unit

corn tortillas

six inch

1 cup

lettuce

shredded

1 cup

cheddar cheese

0.25 cup

reduced-fat sour cream

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2
~2 min

Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3
~2 min

Add chopped onion and minced garlic; saute for 2 minutes or until the onion begins to soften.

Step 4
~2 min

Add cumin, chipotle powder, and cinnamon; cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to release aromas.

Step 5
~2 min

Add ground chicken breast; cook for 4 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink, stirring to crumble the meat.

Step 6
~2 min

Add salsa, water, and salt; cook for 3 minutes or until slightly thickened.

Step 7
~2 min

Stir in cilantro and lime juice; remove from heat.

Step 8
~2 min

While chicken cooks, place corn tortillas directly on the oven rack.

Step 9
~2 min

Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes or until slightly crisp and golden brown.

Step 10
~2 min

Place 1 baked tortilla on each of 4 plates.

Step 11
~2 min

Top each tortilla with 1/4 of the cooked chicken mixture, shredded lettuce, and cheddar cheese.

Step 12
~2 min

Top with reduced-fat sour cream, if desired.

Step 13
~2 min

Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Chicken-Chile Tostadas!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dollop of guacamole for extra flavor.

Use a pre-shredded cheese blend to save time.

Adjust the amount of chipotle powder to control the spice level.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The chicken filling can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of Mexican rice and beans.

Offer a variety of toppings, such as guacamole, pico de gallo, and hot sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Refried Beans
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Tostadas are a common and versatile Mexican dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Mexican Fiesta

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Casual party
Game day

Popularity Score

75/100

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