Dairy-Free Chicken Tostada

Transform your weeknight dinners with these vibrant Dairy-Free Chicken Tostadas—a crispy, flavor-packed dish that’s as satisfying as it is wholesome! Built on crunchy corn tostada shells, this recipe layers hearty dairy-free refried beans, perfectly seasoned chicken strips infused with chili, cumin, and a spritz of fresh lime, and a colorful array of toppings including creamy avocado mash, juicy Roma tomatoes, zesty red onion, and fresh cilantro. A drizzle of hot sauce ties it all together, making every bite a delightful balance of textures and bold flavors. Ready in just 45 minutes, these tostadas are not only dairy-free but also customizable, offering a fresh and healthy twist on a Mexican-inspired favorite. Perfect for quick, crowd-pleasing meals or Taco Tuesday with a twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Corn tostada shells
• 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 whole Lime
• 1 can Refried beans (dairy-free)
• 2 large Avocado
• 2 medium Roma tomatoes
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
• 2 cups Lettuce, shredded
• 2 tablespoons Hot sauce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine olive oil, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Add the chicken strips to the spice mixture and toss to coat well.

Step 5

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the seasoned chicken strips for about 6-8 minutes or until cooked through. Squeeze the juice of half a lime over the chicken and set aside.

Step 6

While the chicken is cooking, peel and pit the avocados. Mash them in a bowl and squeeze the remaining lime juice over them. Add salt and mix well.

Step 7

Dice the Roma tomatoes, finely chop the red onion, and cilantro.

Step 8

Warm the dairy-free refried beans in a small saucepan over medium heat.

Step 9

Spread a layer of refried beans over each tostada shell.

Step 10

Top with shredded lettuce, cooked chicken, avocado mash, diced tomatoes, red onions, and cilantro.

Step 11

Drizzle hot sauce over the top of each tostada for added flavor.

Step 12

Serve immediately for a delicious, crispy, and flavorful dairy-free meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2028.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3628.3

Total Fat 182.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.0g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 5105.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 333.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 71.5g	0%
Total Sugars 20.7g
Protein 196.3g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 617.3mg	0%
Iron 24.6mg	0%
Potassium 5770.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.7%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 35.4%