These chicken tostadas are a quick and easy weeknight dinner! Made with crispy tostada shells, shredded chicken, refried beans, and all the best toppings.
Heat refried beans and shredded chicken in the microwave or on the stovetop for 2-3 minutes, or until fully heated through.
Assemble the tostadas by spreading a thin layer of refried beans on each tostada shell. Then top with shredded chicken, cotija cheese, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced onions, chopped cilantro, diced avocados, and a dollop of sour cream.
Serve each tostada with a lime wedge, a sprinkle of sea salt, and your favorite hot sauce.
For the refried beans: Feel free to use about 1 1/2 cups of homemade refried beans if you prefer.
For the chicken: You can use any leftover chicken you have in the fridge, use a store bought rotisserie chicken, or you can make your own shredded chicken at home.
Can’t find cotija cheese or queso fresco? Feel free to use your favorite shredded cheese like cheddar, monterey jack, or even mozzarella.