Spicy Mango-Lime Chicken Tostadas
Crispy corn tostadas are topped with tender, shredded chicken seasoned with a fiery chili-lime marinade. A sweet and tangy mango salsa adds a refreshing contrast, creating a vibrant and satisfying lunch experience.

Prep Time
45 min
Difficulty
Medium
Servings
4
Calories
450 kcal
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breast and toss to coat evenly. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
~15 min - 2
Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Remove chicken from pan and let it rest for 5 minutes.
~15 min - 3
While the chicken is resting, prepare the mango salsa. Dice the ripe mango, finely chop the red onion, cilantro, and jalapeno (remove seeds for less heat).
~5 min - 4
In a mixing bowl, combine the diced mango, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeno. Squeeze a little extra lime juice if desired and season with a pinch of salt. Stir gently.
~5 min - 5
Once the chicken has rested, shred it using two forks or by hand. You can add a tablespoon or two of the cooking liquid back to the shredded chicken for extra moisture.
~5 min - 6
To assemble the tostadas, place the tostada shells on serving plates. Top each shell generously with shredded chicken. Spoon the mango salsa over the chicken.
- 7
Slice the avocado and arrange a few slices on top of each tostada. Sprinkle with crumbled cotija cheese.
~2 min
Tips
- For a spicier kick, leave the seeds in the jalapeno. For a milder flavor, remove them.
- You can prepare the mango salsa and shred the chicken ahead of time. Store them separately in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat the chicken gently before assembling the tostadas.
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