Pinto Bean and Chicken Tostadas

Name: Pinto Bean and Chicken Tostadas
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
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Transport your taste buds to the heart of Mexico with these vibrant Pinto Bean and Chicken Tostadas! Crispy tostada shells are layered with creamy pinto beans, tender shredded chicken, and topped with a fresh salsa made from ripe tomatoes, zesty lime, and fragrant cilantro. Finished off with creamy avocado slices and a drizzle of sour cream, these tostadas are not only delicious but also incredibly satisfying. Perfect for a family dinner or a fun gathering with friends, they celebrate the bold flavors and textures that have made Mexican cuisine beloved worldwide.

Servings: 8

Ingredients

Sour cream (1/2 cup)
Salt (to taste)
Pepper (to taste)
Chili powder (1 teaspoon)
Cumin (1 teaspoon)
Lime (1, juiced)
Cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped)
Red onion (1/2, diced)
Tomato (1, diced)
Avocado (1, sliced)
Tostada shells (8)
Pinto beans (2 cups, cooked or canned)
Chicken breast (2, boneless and skinless)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Season the chicken breasts evenly with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper on both sides.
Place the seasoned chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink inside. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before shredding the chicken with two forks.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the pinto beans until heated through, about 3-5 minutes. If using canned beans, drain and rinse before heating.
While the beans are warming, prepare the salsa by combining the diced tomato, red onion, chopped cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl. Mix well and season with salt to taste.
To assemble the tostadas, spread a generous layer of warm pinto beans on each tostada shell.
Top with a portion of the shredded chicken, followed by slices of creamy avocado.
Finish with a generous spoonful of the fresh salsa and a drizzle of sour cream.
Serve immediately and enjoy the burst of flavors!

Dietary Information

Servings: 8 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 25 minutes • Calories: 350 • Fat: 18g • Carbs: 30g • Protein: 21g • Sodium: 450mg • Sugar: 2g

Pinto Bean and Chicken Tostadas

Servings: 8

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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