Crockpot Chicken Tostadas Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes

This Crockpot Chicken Tostadas Recipe is a simple and delicious way to enjoy a Mexican-inspired meal with minimal effort. The chicken is slow-cooked to perfection, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully, making it a fantastic choice for busy weeknights.

Using a Crockpot recipe ensures that the chicken remains tender and juicy, while the toppings add a delightful crunch. You can customize your tostadas with your favorite toppings like lettuce, cheese, and salsa.

Easy Crockpot Chicken Tostadas

These tostadas feature shredded chicken cooked in a savory sauce, served on crispy tortillas and topped with fresh ingredients. The recipe takes about 6 hours in the Crockpot and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup salsa
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
8 tostada shells
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
1/2 cup sour cream
Sliced jalapeños and cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the Crockpot and season with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Pour the salsa over the chicken.
Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds with a fork.
Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, shred the chicken in the Crockpot using two forks and mix it with the sauce.

Assemble the Tostadas: On each tostada shell, layer shredded chicken, lettuce, diced tomatoes, and cheese. Top with sour cream and any additional toppings you prefer.
Serve: Enjoy the tostadas immediately while the shells are crispy.