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Easy Baked Chicken and Bean Tostadas

Crispy baked tostadas topped with seasoned chicken, refried beans, and all your favorite fresh toppings.

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Servings
4
Level
Easy
Easy Baked Chicken and Bean Tostadas

Tired of tacos? Meet their incredibly easy and gloriously crunchy cousin: Easy Baked Chicken and Bean Tostadas! Instead of frying, we're baking corn tortillas to crispy perfection, then piling them high with seasoned chicken, creamy refried beans, and all your favorite fresh fixings. It's a fun, family-friendly meal that's bursting with flavor and simpler than you think!

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 tbsp olive oil, plus more for brushing
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cooked and shredded
  • 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 (16 oz) can refried beans
  • Toppings (suggestions): Shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced avocado, shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream or Greek yogurt, salsa, pickled jalapeños

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly brush both sides of each corn tortilla with olive oil. Place them in a single layer on a large baking sheet (you may need two).

  2. Step 2

    Bake tortillas for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy. Watch them closely as they can burn quickly. Remove from oven and set aside.

  3. Step 3

    While tortillas are baking, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add shredded cooked chicken, taco seasoning, and 1/2 cup water. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has mostly absorbed and the chicken is well coated with seasoning.

  4. Step 4

    In a small saucepan, gently warm the refried beans over low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

  5. Step 5

    Assemble the tostadas: Spread a thin layer of warm refried beans on each crispy tortilla. Top with a spoonful of seasoned chicken, then add your desired toppings like lettuce, tomato, avocado, and cheese.

  6. Step 6

    Serve immediately and enjoy the crunch!

Tips

  • Ensure your tortillas are completely crispy before topping, otherwise they'll become soggy.
  • Pre-cooked rotisserie chicken works wonderfully for this recipe to save time.
  • Have all your toppings prepped and ready before you start assembling for a smooth process.

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