Chicken Pineapple Salsa Tostadas (Print)

Crispy tostadas topped with seasoned chicken, pineapple salsa, and lime crema for a flavorful meal.

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
04 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
05 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
07 - ½ teaspoon salt
08 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Pineapple Salsa

09 - 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
10 - ½ small red onion, finely chopped
11 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
12 - ½ red bell pepper, diced
13 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - Juice of 1 lime
15 - Pinch of salt

→ Lime Crema

16 - ½ cup sour cream
17 - Zest of 1 lime
18 - Juice of ½ lime
19 - ¼ teaspoon salt

→ Assembly

20 - 8 small corn tostada shells
21 - 1 avocado, sliced
22 - Extra cilantro leaves for garnish
23 - Lime wedges for serving

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
02 - Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, ensuring even coating.
03 - Place seasoned chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 18–20 minutes until cooked through. Let rest 5 minutes, then shred using two forks.
04 - While chicken cooks, combine pineapple, red onion, jalapeño, red bell pepper, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a bowl. Mix gently and set aside.
05 - Whisk together sour cream, lime zest, lime juice, and salt until smooth and well combined.
06 - Warm tostada shells in the oven for 3–4 minutes if desired for optimal crispness.
07 - Top each tostada with shredded chicken, spoonfuls of pineapple salsa, a drizzle of lime crema, and avocado slices. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 40 minutes with minimal prep
  • Crispy tostada shells provide the perfect crunchy base
  • Fresh pineapple salsa adds a tropical, sweet-spicy kick
  • Tangy lime crema balances all the bold flavors beautifully
  • Easily customizable with your favorite toppings
  • Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining
02 -
  • Let the chicken rest after baking to keep it juicy when shredding
  • Dice the pineapple into small, uniform pieces for the best salsa texture
  • Adjust the lime crema consistency with a splash of milk if needed
  • Warm tostada shells briefly to refresh their crispness
  • Assemble tostadas just before serving to prevent sogginess
  • Double the salsa and crema—they're delicious on everything
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