Shredded Chicken and Corn Tostadas

Health score
10%
Shredded Chicken and Corn Tostadas
20 min.
8
268kcal

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Are you looking for a quick and delicious meal that will satisfy your cravings and impress your family or friends? Look no further than these Shredded Chicken and Corn Tostadas! Ready in just 20 minutes, this vibrant dish is perfect for lunch, dinner, or any gathering where you want to serve something special without spending hours in the kitchen.

Imagine crispy tortillas topped with a flavorful blend of shredded chicken, sweet corn, and zesty salsa, all crowned with fresh lettuce and a drizzle of creamy sour cream. Each bite is a delightful explosion of textures and flavors that will leave everyone wanting more. Plus, with only 268 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also highly customizable. You can switch up the toppings to suit your taste or dietary preferences, making it a versatile option for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or simply enjoying a cozy night in, these tostadas are sure to be a hit. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to enjoy a meal that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • 6-inch flour tortilla soft for tacos & fajitas (; from 8.2-oz package
  • 0.3 cup spring onion sliced
  • 2.5 cups lettuce shredded
  • tablespoons milk 
  • oz monterrey jack cheese shredded
  • 16 oz salsa (any variety)
  • 1.5 cups chicken shredded cooked
  • 0.5 cup cream sour
  • 11 oz corn whole with red and green peppers, drained canned

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375F. On ungreased cookie sheets, bake tortillas 7 to 10 minutes or until crisp.
  2. Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, stir together corn, chicken and salsa. Cook over medium-high heat 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until hot.
  3. In small bowl, stir sour cream and milk until thin enough to drizzle. Top tortillas with lettuce and chicken mixture.
  4. Sprinkle with cheese.
  5. Drizzle with sour cream mixture.
  6. Sprinkle with green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Calories268kcal
Protein22.06%
Fat40.09%
Carbs37.85%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.38
Glycemic Load
4.92
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
11.173043517963%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.65mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:267.54kcal
13.38%
Fat:11.98g
18.44%
Saturated Fat:5.65g
35.3%
Carbohydrates:25.46g
8.49%
Net Carbohydrates:23.04g
8.38%
Sugar:4.44g
4.93%
Cholesterol:41.01mg
13.67%
Sodium:768.94mg
33.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.84g
29.67%
Selenium:16.32µg
23.32%
Phosphorus:227.74mg
22.77%
Vitamin B3:4.41mg
22.03%
Calcium:192.47mg
19.25%
Vitamin K:17.01µg
16.2%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.99%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
13.96%
Folate:55.02µg
13.76%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.75%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.74%
Vitamin A:628.62IU
12.57%
Iron:1.98mg
11.01%
Potassium:361.73mg
10.34%
Fiber:2.42g
9.69%
Zinc:1.31mg
8.71%
Magnesium:32.59mg
8.15%
Vitamin E:0.84mg
5.61%
Copper:0.11mg
5.52%
Vitamin B5:0.53mg
5.27%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.9%
Vitamin C:3.09mg
3.74%