Chicken Pineapple Salsa Tostadas (Printer-friendly)

Crispy tostadas with shredded chicken, zesty pineapple salsa, and creamy avocado for a fresh meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
08 - Juice of 1 lime

→ Pineapple Salsa

09 - 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
10 - 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
11 - 1 medium tomato, seeded and diced
12 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
13 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - Juice of 1 lime
15 - Salt to taste

→ Assembly

16 - 8 corn tostada shells
17 - 1 large avocado, sliced
18 - 1/4 cup sour cream, optional
19 - Lime wedges for serving

# How To Make It:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly. Warm gently in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
02 - In a separate bowl, mix pineapple, red onion, tomato, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir well and set aside to allow flavors to meld for several minutes.
03 - Arrange tostada shells on individual serving plates. Top each shell with a generous layer of seasoned chicken.
04 - Spoon pineapple salsa over the chicken, then arrange avocado slices on top. Drizzle with sour cream if using.
05 - Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The contrast between crispy tostadas and soft avocado with juicy pineapple creates a texture party in your mouth.
  • Everything comes together in under 40 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or unexpected guests.
  • Naturally dairy-free and easily customizable, so you're not stuck cooking two separate meals.
02 -
  • Seed your tomato before dicing—a watery salsa will turn your crispy tostada into a sad, soggy situation within minutes.
  • Assemble these right before eating; tostadas announce their intentions through their crispness, and that window is short and beautiful.
03 -
  • Buy pre-shredded rotisserie chicken if you're short on time or energy—this recipe is about assembly, not labor.
  • Toast your tostada shells in a dry skillet for 30 seconds right before serving to restore crispness and warmth.
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