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Chicken and Guacamole Tostadas with Refried Beans Recipe

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These Chicken Guacamole and Beans Tostadas are a vibrant and flavorful Mexican-inspired meal perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. Featuring crispy tostada shells layered with creamy guacamole, seasoned refried beans, fresh lettuce, shredded chicken, cheese, pico de gallo, and a dollop of sour cream, this recipe combines textures and tastes for a satisfying dish ready in just 25 minutes.

Ingredients

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Tostadas

  • 6 tostada shells (store-bought or homemade)

Guacamole

  • 2 medium ripe avocados
  • 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (divided)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Bean Mixture

  • 1 (16 oz) can Rosarita Traditional Refried Beans
  • 1 (10 oz) can Rotel Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies Mild, drained
  • 3/4 tsp ancho chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin

Assembly

  • 2 cups shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken or shredded cooked chicken breasts
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 cup pico de gallo (homemade or store-bought)
  • 6 Tbsp sour cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the guacamole: Using a fork, mash the avocados with fresh lime juice and 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder to achieve a slightly chunky texture. Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; set aside.
  2. Heat the bean mixture: In a small saucepan, combine the refried beans, drained diced tomatoes with green chilies, ancho chili powder, ground cumin, and the remaining 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture is thoroughly heated through.
  3. Assemble the tostadas: Lay out the tostada shells and layer each with a generous spread of the prepared guacamole, followed by a spoonful of the warm bean mixture. Top with shredded lettuce, shredded chicken, shredded Mexican blend cheese, pico de gallo, and finish with a dollop of sour cream.
  4. Serve immediately: Serve the assembled tostadas fresh for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • For homemade tostada shells, bake corn tortillas until crisp in the oven for a fresher taste.
  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience or substitute with cooked shredded chicken breasts.
  • Pico de gallo can be prepared ahead or purchased from the store to save time.
  • Adjust chili powder and cumin amounts to taste for preferred spice level.
  • Serve immediately to keep tostada shells crispy and prevent sogginess.

Keywords: Tostadas, Chicken Tostadas, Guacamole, Refried Beans, Mexican Recipe, Quick Dinner, Easy Mexican

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