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Quick Chicken and Black Bean Tostadas

These quick and easy tostadas are perfect for a satisfying lunch, featuring seasoned chicken, black beans, and fresh toppings on crispy corn tortillas. They come together in under 30 minutes for a flavorful meal.

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HOW TO MAKE IT

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Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cubed chicken breast, chili powder, cumin, and salt. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.

02

Stir in the rinsed and drained black beans and salsa into the skillet with the chicken. Reduce heat to medium and cook for another 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to heat through.

03

While the chicken and bean mixture is cooking, arrange the corn tostada shells on a serving platter.

04

Spoon the warm chicken and black bean mixture evenly over each tostada shell.

05

Top each tostada with shredded lettuce and crumbled cotija cheese. Serve immediately.

About This Recipe

These quick and easy tostadas are perfect for a satisfying lunch, featuring seasoned chicken, black beans, and fresh toppings on crispy corn tortillas. They come together in under 30 minutes for a flavorful meal.
Quick Chicken and Black Bean Tostadas
Simple ingredients.
Big flavor.
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Chef's Tips

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lime juice over the finished tostadas. You can also warm the tostada shells in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side before topping for extra crispness.
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Easy Substitutions

Ground turkey or beef can be used instead of chicken. For a vegetarian option, omit the chicken and add more black beans or a can of drained corn. Sour cream or guacamole make great additional toppings.
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Storage & Reheating

Tostadas are best enjoyed fresh to maintain crispness. Store leftover chicken and bean mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop before serving.
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