On cold evenings I lean on Crockpot Chicken Tostadas more than almost anything else I cook. The salsa slowly softens against the garlic powder until the whole pot turns savory and warm. It is the kind of meal I can start before work and mostly forget about until the timer reminds me.
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.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 tostadas
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
I keep coming back to Crockpot Chicken Tostadas because it never asks much of me and still lands on the table warm and filling. Store any extra in the fridge and it will hold for a few days. Let me know if you end up tweaking it, since half the fun is making it yours.
