Ingredients

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(Serves 4)

Tostada base:

8 store-bought tostada shells (or low-carb cheese crisps for keto)
Optional: 1 tbsp olive oil + ½ tsp cumin (for homemade baked tostadas)

Rotisserie chicken filling:

2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt & pepper to taste

Fresh toppings:

1 ripe avocado, diced
½ cup pickled red onions (quick-pickle: ½ cup sliced onion + ¼ cup vinegar + 1 tsp sugar, soak 10 min)
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
½ cup crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese
Lime wedges

Optional boosts (you’ll love these!):

Creamy: Drizzle of crema or Greek yogurt
Heat: Sliced jalapeños or hot sauce
Crunch: Shredded lettuce or radish slices

Instructions

1. Prep chicken:

In a bowl, toss shredded chicken with lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

2. Quick-pickle onions (if not using pre-made):

Soak sliced red onion in vinegar + sugar (or sugar-free sweetener) for 10 minutes; drain.

3. Assemble tostadas:

Spread warm chicken over tostada shells.
Top with avocado, pickled onions, tomatoes, cilantro, and cheese.
Drizzle with crema (if using); squeeze lime juice over top.

4. Serve immediately:

Enjoy while shells are crisp!

💡 Pro Tips for Perfection:
✅ Warm the chicken—cold chicken = soggy tostadas. Heat gently in skillet or microwave.
✅ Low-sodium mastery (you love this!):
→ Use low-sodium rotisserie chicken (or remove skin + rinse)
→ Skip added salt—rely on lime, spices, and cheese for flavor
✅ Blood sugar friendly (you love this!):
→ Use sugar-free sweetener in pickled onions
→ Load up on non-starchy veggies (tomatoes, onions, cilantro)
→ Net carbs: ~14g/serving
✅ Low-carb/keto option (you love this!):
→ Swap tostada shells for 8 baked cheese crisps (4 oz shredded cheddar baked at 375°F for 8 min)
→ Increase avocado to 2 whole
→ Net carbs drop from 28g → 6g/serving
✅ High-protein boost (you love this!):
→ Add ½ cup black beans (+7g protein/serving)
→ Use Greek yogurt instead of crema (+5g protein)
✅ Make ahead:
→ Prep chicken and toppings 2 days ahead
→ Store components separately; assemble just before serving to prevent sogginess

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