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Tostadas de pollo al chipotle

Cultural Context

Tostadas de pollo al chipotle are a beloved Mexican dish, showcasing the vibrant flavors of chipotle peppers. Traditionally enjoyed as a quick meal or snack, these tostadas are topped with shredded chicken and fresh ingredients, making them both satisfying and flavorful. This dish reflects the rich culinary heritage of Mexico, where street food often highlights bold flavors and fresh produce. Today, variations abound, with many adding unique toppings or using different proteins, but the essence of the dish remains the same: a crispy base topped with delicious, spicy chicken.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
400 grams of cooked chicken breast
200 grams of white onion
150 grams of carrot
2 tablespoons of oil
750 grams of roasted tomatoes
1 large garlic or 2 small
Chile chipotle to taste
5 or 6 bay leaves
Sea salt to taste
Ground black pepper to taste
2 cups of chicken broth
10 tostadas
Chopped lettuce
Grated Cotija cheese
Fried beans

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cotija cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: guacamole

Mashed peas provide a creamy texture at a lower cost.

tostada shells

🥗Healthier: baked tortilla chips

💰Cheaper: corn tortillas

Baked tortilla chips are a healthier option and corn tortillas can be made at home.

1

Prepare the chicken by shredding it into bite-sized pieces.

2

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté the onion until translucent.

3

Add the garlic and carrot to the pan and sauté until softened.

4

Blend roasted tomatoes with chipotle, salt, and pepper to create a sauce.

5

Add the shredded chicken to the pan and pour the tomato-chipotle sauce over it.

6

Add bay leaves and chicken broth, and simmer for a few minutes until heated through.

7

Prepare tostada shells by frying or baking them until crispy.

8

Spread a layer of the chipotle chicken mixture over each tostada shell.

9

Top with chopped lettuce and grated Cotija cheese.

10

Serve immediately with fried beans on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

panblender

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Tostadas de polloChipotle chicken tostadas
Local Name: Tostadas de pollo al chipotle

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