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A tostada topped with shredded chicken, cream sauce, and sliced avocado sits on a blue and white patterned plate. A lime half and a dish of rice are in the background on a wooden table.
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Creamy Chipotle Chicken Tostadas

Win over your dinner guests with these easy and delicious Creamy Chipotle Chicken Tostadas. It’s a great leftover meal featuring shredded chicken coated in a luxurious cream sauce that’s loaded with flavor.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Lunch or Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 8 tostadas
Calories: 650kcal
Author: Maggie Unzueta

Ingredients

  • 2 cups mayonnaise
  • 4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce add more, if desired
  • 2 limes (juice only)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3 chicken breasts boneless - skin removed, cooked, and shredded
  • ½ red onion finely diced
  • 8 tostadas
  • 2 Avocados sliced
  • ¼ bunch Cilantro chopped

Instructions

  • To a blender, add the mayonnaise, chipotle, lime juice, salt, and garlic powder.
  • Blend until smooth.
  • Taste for salt and adjust, if needed.
  • Add shredded chicken and red onion to a large container.
  • Cover with the chipotle sauce.
  • Mix well.
  • Add 2-3 large tablespoons of the chicken to each tostada.
  • Sprinkle with cilantro and add a few slices of avocado.
  • Serve with extra lime and enjoy!

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Notes

Adjusting the Heat
  • I used 4 chipotle peppers and made a mild sauce.
  • To make it spicier, add another chipotle pepper. Keep blending until you reach your desired spice level.
  • If you are entertaining with this recipe, I highly recommend using fewer chiles (around 4). Someone who likes it spicier can always add more salsa.
Storing Instructions: 
Store the chicken and the tostadas separately. Place the chicken in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 4 days. When ready to assemble, take out the chicken and add to tostadas. Serve and enjoy!
Chicken & Veggies
  • This is a great leftover chicken recipe. Or use rotisserie chicken. We’re going for an easy dinner!
  • Optional: Drain a can of mixed veggies or drain a can of peas and carrots. Mix well with the chicken and sauce. 

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 55g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 28g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 78mg | Sodium: 858mg | Potassium: 641mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 161IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg