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Mini Chicken Sheet Pan Tostadas Recipe

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4.2 from 12 reviews

Mini chicken sheet pan tostadas are crispy, flavorful, and easy to prepare. This quick weeknight recipe combines shredded chicken, refried beans, and melted cheese on mini tortillas baked to golden perfection, topped with fresh ingredients like pico de gallo, avocado, and sour cream for a light and customizable Mexican-American meal perfect for dinner or appetizers.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (8–10 mini tostadas)

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 8–10 corn or flour tortillas (street-taco size)
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 can refried beans (black or pinto)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray
  • Salt, chili powder, and garlic powder to taste

Optional Toppings

  • Pico de gallo
  • Avocado slices
  • Lettuce
  • Sour cream
  • Jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Prepare the tortillas: Warm the tortillas slightly to make them pliable. Then, brush both sides of each tortilla with olive oil or cooking spray to help them crisp up in the oven.
  3. Assemble tostadas: Spread a thin layer of refried beans evenly over each tortilla. Next, top with shredded chicken and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Season lightly with salt, chili powder, and garlic powder to taste.
  4. Arrange on sheet pan: Lay the assembled tortillas in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan ensuring they aren’t overlapping for even baking.
  5. Bake: Place the sheet pan in the oven and bake for 8–10 minutes, until the edges of the tortillas turn golden brown and the cheese has melted beautifully.
  6. Cool slightly: Remove from the oven and let the mini tostadas cool for 2–3 minutes on a wire rack to maintain crispiness and prevent sogginess.
  7. Add toppings and serve: Garnish with your choice of pico de gallo, avocado slices, lettuce, sour cream, and jalapeños. Serve warm for a delicious, light Mexican-American meal.

Notes

  • For extra crispy tostadas, pre-bake the tortillas for 3–4 minutes before assembling.
  • Using rotisserie chicken is a great time-saver and adds extra flavor.
  • Store baked tortillas separately from toppings to maintain crisp texture when reheating or serving later.
  • Cooling the tostadas on a wire rack helps avoid sogginess by allowing air circulation.
  • Customize the recipe by swapping chicken for BBQ chicken, opting for vegetarian beans, or adding different toppings to suit your taste.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dinner, Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://cozykitchenbymaya.com/mini-chicken-sheet-pan-tostadas-recipe/