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Grilled Spicy Mexican Chicken Tostadas

Grilled Spicy Mexican Chicken Tostadas for Easy Flavor Bliss

Enjoy Grilled Spicy Mexican Chicken Tostadas packed with zesty flavors and crispy textures—perfect for lunch or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 tostadas
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Marinade
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
Tostadas
  • 4 pieces corn tortillas toasted until golden
  • 1 can refried beans or mashed black/pinto beans
Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup sliced radishes
  • 1/2 cup grated cheese cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro for garnish
  • 2 pieces lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • grill
  • Medium bowl
  • Resealable plastic bag
  • Cutting board
  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and pepper.
  2. Coat the chicken breasts with the marinade, place in a resealable bag, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6–7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  5. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
  6. Toast the corn tortillas on the grill or in a skillet for 1–2 minutes on each side until golden.
  7. Spread refried beans on each tortilla, top with grilled chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, radishes, cheese, sour cream, and cilantro.
  8. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tostadaCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Keep toppings separate to maintain crispness.

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