Chicken Pineapple Salsa Tostadas (Printable)

Crispy tostadas topped with seasoned chicken, pineapple salsa, and creamy avocado for a fresh, vibrant meal.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
08 - Juice of 1 lime

→ Pineapple Salsa

09 - 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
10 - 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
11 - 1 medium tomato, seeded and diced
12 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
13 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - Juice of 1 lime
15 - Salt to taste

→ Assembly

16 - 8 corn tostada shells
17 - 1 large avocado, sliced
18 - 1/4 cup sour cream, optional
19 - Lime wedges for serving

# Directions:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Toss thoroughly to coat all pieces. Transfer to a skillet and warm over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes until heated through.
02 - In a separate bowl, combine pineapple, red onion, tomato, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix gently and set aside to allow flavors to meld for several minutes.
03 - Place tostada shells on serving plates, arranging them in a single layer or slightly overlapping as desired.
04 - Top each tostada with a generous portion of seasoned chicken, followed by a generous spoonful of pineapple salsa and avocado slices.
05 - Drizzle with sour cream if using. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Ready in just 40 minutes from start to finish
  • Naturally dairy-free and can easily be made gluten-free
  • The pineapple salsa adds a refreshing tropical twist to classic Mexican flavors
  • Perfect for meal prep - components can be prepared ahead and assembled when ready
  • Customizable with your favorite toppings and spice levels
  • Light yet satisfying, with a beautiful balance of protein, healthy fats, and fresh vegetables
02 -
  • Use rotisserie chicken to cut your prep time in half
  • Make the pineapple salsa up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerate - the flavors only get better
  • Warm your tostada shells slightly before serving for maximum crispiness
  • Seed the tomato to prevent the salsa from becoming watery
  • Adjust the jalapeño to your heat preference - remove all seeds for mild, leave some for medium, or add extra for spicy
  • Assemble tostadas just before serving to keep the shells from getting soggy
  • Double-check that your tostada shells and spice blends don't contain hidden allergens or gluten if needed
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