Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAhora Mexican RestaurantTostada De Pollo Recipe

Tostada De Pollo Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Chicken or steak, lettuce, black beans, salsa Ahora, guacamole, cucumbers and sour cream in a tortilla shell

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Ingredients

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Protein

Vegetables

Condiments

Tortilla Shells

Method

Cooking the Chicken

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    In a pot, bring water to a boil. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked. Remove from water and let cool.

  2. 2

    Shred the Chicken

    Once the chicken has cooled, shred it using two forks and set aside.

Preparing the Toppings

  1. 3

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash and chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds.

  2. 4

    Heat the Black Beans

    In a small pot, heat the black beans over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until warmed through.

Assembling the Tostadas

  1. 5

    Warm the Tortilla Shells

    In a separate skillet, warm the tortilla shells over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes on each side until they are slightly crispy.

  2. 6

    Assemble the Tostadas

    On each tortilla shell, layer the shredded chicken, black beans, lettuce, sliced cucumbers, and then top with salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.

  3. 7

    Serve

    Serve immediately while the tortilla shells are warm and enjoy your Tostada de pollo!

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