Masa-Spiced Chicken Tostadas with Avocado

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Crispy tostadas topped with spiced chicken and creamy avocado for a balanced, satisfying meal. This mexican-inspired one pot ready in about 30 minutes pairs chicken breast, masa harina, medium avocado for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cut 2 cups chicken breast into 1/2-inch cubes. In a bowl, mix chicken with 1/2 tsp cumin, 1 tsp chili powder, and 1/4 tsp salt. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 6 minutes until golden and cooked through, then set aside.
  3. Step 3: Warm 4 corn tostadas in a dry skillet for 1 minute per side until crisp. Sprinkle each with 1/4 cup shredded chicken.
  4. Step 4: Slice 2 medium avocados and place 1/2 avocado on each tostada. Squeeze juice from 1 lime over top, then sprinkle with 1/4 cup diced red onion.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Masa-Spiced Chicken Tostadas with Avocado take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Masa-Spiced Chicken Tostadas with Avocado?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Masa-Spiced Chicken Tostadas with Avocado?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Masa-Spiced Chicken Tostadas with Avocado for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Masa-Spiced Chicken Tostadas with Avocado?

Mexican one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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