Grilled Chicken Tostadas

Gluten Free
Health score
23%
Grilled Chicken Tostadas
45 min.
6
519kcal

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Grilled Chicken Tostadas: A Flavorful and Gluten-Free Delight!

Looking for a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's both gluten-free and packed with flavor? Look no further than these Grilled Chicken Tostadas! This mouthwatering recipe is perfect for lunch or dinner and serves six people. With a total calorie count of 519 kcal per serving, it's a satisfying yet relatively light option.

Prepare to be amazed by the exquisite blend of ingredients in this recipe. From the smoky achiote paste and tender grilled chicken to the tangy pickled onions and creamy avocado, every bite is a burst of flavors that will have you craving more. The dish is rounded out with a bed of fresh, leafy lettuce and a sprinkle of crumbled queso fresco cheese.

This recipe is not only delicious but also relatively quick and easy to whip up. In just 45 minutes, you'll be enjoying a restaurant-quality meal right in the comfort of your own home. The preparation involves minimal effort, with the use of simple equipment like a bowl, frying pan, and grill.

Whether you're a cooking enthusiast or simply looking to try something new and exciting, Grilled Chicken Tostadas are sure to impress. So why wait? Gather your ingredients, follow the detailed instructions, and get ready to indulge in a culinary adventure that's sure to become a new favorite in your household. Enjoy!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons annatto powder crumbled
  • 0.8 cup avocado peeled chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 12 6-inch corn tortillas ()
  • 12 6-inch corn tortillas ()
  •  garlic unpeeled
  • 0.3 teaspoon allspice 
  • 0.1 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • cups lettuce shredded
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup orange juice fresh ( 1 medium orange)
  • 0.5 cup orange juice fresh ( 1 medium orange)
  • 0.8 cup queso fresco crumbled
  • cups onion red thinly sliced ( 1 large)
  • 0.5 cup red wine vinegar red
  • 0.5 cup red wine vinegar red
  • 1.5 pounds chicken breast boneless skinless
  • cups water boiling

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • plastic wrap
  • grill
  • ziploc bags
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. To prepare pickled onions, combine onion and 2 cups boiling water in a large bowl. Cover and let stand 15 minutes; drain.
  2. Add 1/2 cup orange juice, 1/2 cup vinegar, and 1/8 teaspoon salt to onions. Cover and chill at least 2 hours.
  3. To prepare chicken, heat a small nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add garlic to pan; cook 7 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove garlic from pan; peel and mash.
  6. Combine garlic, 1/2 cup orange juice, and the next 7 ingredients (through pepper) in a large zip-top plastic bag. Seal bag, and shake vigorously to dissolve achiote paste.
  7. Place each chicken breast half between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap, and pound to 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or small heavy skillet.
  8. Add chicken to bag, and seal and marinate in refrigerator for 30 minutes, turning bag occasionally.
  9. Prepare grill.
  10. Remove chicken from bag; discard marinade.
  11. Place chicken on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 5 minutes on each side or until done.
  12. Let stand 15 minutes. Shred with 2 forks.
  13. Lightly coat tortillas on each side with cooking spray.
  14. Place tortillas on grill rack; grill 2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned.
  15. Arrange 2 tortillas, overlapping halfway, on each of 6 plates. Top each serving with about 1/2 cup chicken mixture and about 1/2 cup pickled onions.
  16. Drizzle evenly with vinegar mixture. Top each serving with 1/3 cup lettuce, 2 tablespoons avocado, and 2 tablespoons cheese.
  17. Garnish with jalapeos, sour cream, and cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories519kcal
Protein26.77%
Fat23.9%
Carbs49.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
63.5
Glycemic Load
24.89
Inflammation Score
0
Nutrition Score
27.37173915946%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
5.39mg
Naringenin
0.9mg
Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
5.34mg
Kaempferol
0.73mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
22.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:518.74kcal
25.94%
Fat:13.86g
21.33%
Saturated Fat:3.73g
23.3%
Carbohydrates:64.38g
21.46%
Net Carbohydrates:54.31g
19.75%
Sugar:9.96g
11.06%
Cholesterol:83.1mg
27.7%
Sodium:551.01mg
23.96%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:34.93g
69.86%
Vitamin B3:14.05mg
70.27%
Phosphorus:681.56mg
68.16%
Selenium:46.4µg
66.29%
Vitamin B6:1.31mg
65.31%
Vitamin C:34.51mg
41.83%
Fiber:10.07g
40.29%
Magnesium:133.65mg
33.41%
Manganese:0.61mg
30.39%
Potassium:1023.3mg
29.24%
Vitamin B5:2.29mg
22.89%
Calcium:220.22mg
22.02%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.26%
Zinc:2.81mg
18.73%
Folate:66.19µg
16.55%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.53%
Copper:0.32mg
16%
Iron:2.46mg
13.68%
Vitamin K:11.55µg
11%
Vitamin E:1.24mg
8.25%
Vitamin B12:0.48µg
8.05%
Vitamin A:395.17IU
7.9%
Vitamin D:0.53µg
3.5%
Source:My Recipes