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Tostada with Easy Crock Pot Chicken Salsa Verde


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  • Author: Recipe Creator
  • Total Time: 19 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

A delicious and easy-to-make dish featuring crispy tostada shells topped with savory chicken salsa verde and fresh cabbage slaw.


Ingredients

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  • 8 pieces Tostada Shells (Ortega) (These crispy shells serve as the perfect base for your toppings.)
  • 2 cups Easy Crock Pot Chicken Salsa Verde (warmed) (This flavorful chicken is the star of your dish.)
  • 1 cup Mexican Cheese (shredded part-skim) (A blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack works well.)
  • 2 cups Shredded Red Cabbage (Feel free to use green cabbage if preferred.)
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice (Adjust according to your taste.)
  • 0 cups Cilantro Leaves (Omit if you’re not a fan.)
  • to taste Salt (Brings out all the flavors beautifully.)
  • 0 cups Pickled Jalapeño Slices (For those who like a kick of heat.)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine shredded red cabbage, fresh lime juice, chopped cilantro leaves, and a pinch of salt. Toss everything together and set aside.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your baking sheet.
  3. Place a layer of tostada shells on your baking sheet. Spoon warmed Easy Crock Pot Chicken Salsa Verde onto each tostada and sprinkle shredded Mexican cheese on top.
  4. Bake for about 4 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  5. Remove from oven and top each tostada with the prepared cabbage slaw and optional pickled jalapeño slices.
  6. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other toppings such as avocado or sour cream if desired.
  • Enjoy this dish warm for the best flavors.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tostada
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg