Skinny Spicy Tostadas Recipes

HEALTHY BUFFALO CHICKEN TOSTADAS

Steps:

• Place the shredded chicken in a large bowl.
• In a separate medium size bowl, combine the buffalo sauce, mayonnaise and plain Greek yogurt, until fully combined.
• Pour the sauce into the large bowl that contains the chicken.
• Fold the sauce into the shredded chicken until they are fully combined.
• Place the tostada shells on a cookie sheet (you don't need to spray it).
• On each shell, spread out about 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture over them.
• Then sprinkle about 1/3 cup of mozzarella cheese over the chicken.
• Place the cookie sheet, with the prepared tostadas, in the oven.
• Broil for about 3 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the chicken is warm.
• Garnish with green onions and cilantro for extra flavor and presentation.
• Eat warm.

SKINNY SOUTHWESTERN BREAKFAST TOSTADAS

Steps:

• Warm tortillas according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl use a potato masher or fork to slightly mash beans; set aside. In another small bowl or 1-cup glass measure combine eggs, milk, pepper, and salt. Beat with a wire whisk or rotary beater.
• Lightly coat an unheated medium nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Preheat over medium heat. Pour egg mixture into hot skillet. Cook, without stirring, until egg mixture begins to set. Run a spatula around edge of skillet, lifting egg mixture so that the uncooked portion flows underneath. Continue cooking about 2 minutes more or until egg mixture is cooked through but is still glossy and moist. Remove from heat.
• Spread one tortilla with mashed beans. Top with the remaining tortilla, cooked egg mixture, tomato, cheese, and snipped cilantro. Cut in half to serve. If desired, fold each portion in half. Top with yogurt and cilantro.

SKINNY MEXICAN KIWI TOSTADAS

Steps:

• In a small bowl combine cumin, crushed red pepper, and salt. Brush all sides of chicken with oil; sprinkle evenly with cumin mixture.
• Place chicken on the rack of an uncovered grill directly over medium coals. Grill for 12 to 15 minutes or until no longer pink (170°F), turning once halfway through grilling.
• Cut chicken into bite-size strips. In a small bowl combine sour cream and the 2 tablespoons salsa. Spread mixture onto warmed tortillas. Top with lettuce, kiwi, chicken, and cheese. If desired, top with a spoonful of additional salsa.
• * For a crisp tortilla, coat corn tortillas with nonstick cooking spray. Bake in a 400°F oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until crisp, turning once halfway through baking time.

SPICY CHIPOTLE CHICKEN TOSTADAS

Steps:

• Make the spicy chicken topping:
• Fill a large pot with 8 cups water; stir in 1/4 cup salt. Add chicken and simmer over medium-low heat until just cooked through, about 45 minutes. Drain, then chop or tear chicken into bite-size chunks. Discard bones.
• Meanwhile, purée tomatoes, chiles, adobo sauce, pepper, cinnamon, and cloves in a blender until smooth.
• Cook onion in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until sweet and charred (you want more char than "caramelization"), 8-10 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and fragrant, about 3 minutes longer.
• Add tomato mixture to skillet (it will splatter), reduce heat, and simmer, partially covered, about 30 minutes. Add chicken and chorizo, if using, and cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is well-coated and moist and liquid is reduced and thickened, about 10 minutes more. Season with salt, if needed.
• Assemble the tostadas:
• If frying tortillas, fit a large skillet with candy or deep-fry thermometer; pour in oil to measure 1". Heat over medium-high until thermometer registers 375°F. Fry tortillas in batches until crispy, turning every 30 seconds, about 2 minutes total. Drain on paper towel-lined baking sheets and season with salt.
• Spread 1 Tbsp. Creamy Black Bean Spread on a tostada shell. Top with 1/4 cup spicy chicken topping, then lettuce, onion, crema, queso fresco, and cilantro. Repeat with remaining tostada shells. Serve at room temperature.
• Do Ahead
• Spicy chicken topping can be chilled for up to 3 days. Reheat and let cool to room temperature before using.