Tex-Mex Turkey Tostadas Recipe

Name: Tex-Mex Turkey Tostadas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (8 inch) flour tortillas; 1 lb ground chicken or 1 lb turkey; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 (8 ounce) jarmedium salsa or 1 (8 ounce) jar hot salsa; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans or 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans; 2 tablespoons diced pimentos; 1 cup shredded lettuce; ¼ cup thinly sliced radish (optional); 12-1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1 (2 1/4 ounce) cansliced pitted ripe olives; sour cream (optional); additional salsa (optional) or chopped tomato (optional); 2 tablespoons thinly sliced onions; fresh cilantro (optional)

Servings: persons

4 (8 inch) flour tortillas
1 lb ground chicken or 1 lb turkey
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 (8 ounce) jarmedium salsa or 1 (8 ounce) jar hot salsa
1 (15 ounce) can black beans or 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans
2 tablespoons diced pimentos
1 cup shredded lettuce
¼ cup thinly sliced radish (optional)
12-1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 (2 1/4 ounce) cansliced pitted ripe olives
sour cream (optional)
additional salsa (optional) or chopped tomato (optional)
2 tablespoons thinly sliced onions
fresh cilantro (optional)

1
For tostada shells, place tortillas in a single layer on the middle oven rack.
2
Bake in a 350* oven for 6 minutes, turning halfway through baking time or till golden and crisp.
3
(If they bubble, prick with fork.
4
).
5
Set aside and cover to keep warm.
6
Meanwhile, in a medium skillet,cook and stir chicken or turkey and chili powder over medium heat till chicken is tender and no longer pink.
7
Stir in salsa.
8
Set aside; keep warm.
9
Drain beans, reserving liquid.
10
In a small saucepan, stir beans over low heat until heated through.
11
With a potato masher or fork, mash beans with reserved liquid till of spreadable consistency; heat through.
12
To assemble, place warm tortilla on plate, spread with thin layer of beans, chicken, and so forth.

1794

kcal

Calories

105

Fat

Carbs

123

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (8 inch) flour tortillas, 1 lb ground chicken or 1 lb turkey, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 (8 ounce) jarmedium salsa or 1 (8 ounce) jar hot salsa, and more.

Yes, Tex-Mex Turkey Tostadas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tex-Mex Turkey Tostadas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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