Low Calorie Tostadas: Quick High Protein Dinner (Print Version)
Quick, high-protein tostadas for a healthy dinner. Enjoy crispy shells topped with flavorful ingredients, perfect for a low-calorie meal ready in minutes.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Mexican
Dietary: Low-Calorie
# Ingredients:
→ Crisp & Light Foundation
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8 small (6-inch) corn tortillas
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1 tbsp cooking spray
→ Zesty Protein Powerhouse
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1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
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1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
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1 tbsp chili powder
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1 tsp ground cumin
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Fresh & Vibrant Toppings
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1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
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1 cup low-sodium salsa
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4 cups shredded romaine lettuce
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1/4 cup finely diced red onion
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1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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1/2 medium avocado, diced
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1 whole lime, cut into wedges, for serving
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 400°F. Arrange 8 small (6-inch) corn tortillas on a baking sheet. Spray both sides lightly with 1 tbsp cooking spray. Bake for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp. Set aside for your Low Calorie Tostadas: Quick & High Protein Dinner.
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While tortillas bake, cut 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast into 1/2-inch cubes. In a bowl, toss the chicken with 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned. Pour in 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook until liquid is absorbed and chicken is cooked through.
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While the chicken cooks, prepare your fresh toppings. Halve 1 cup cherry tomatoes, finely dice 1/4 cup red onion, and chop 1/4 cup fresh cilantro. Dice 1/2 medium avocado. In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt with a squeeze of lime juice.
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To assemble your Low Calorie Tostadas: Quick & High Protein Dinner, spread a thin layer of the Greek yogurt mixture onto each crisp corn tortilla. Top with a generous portion of the cooked zesty chicken, ensuring even distribution across all 8 tortillas.
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Layer 4 cups shredded romaine lettuce, the halved 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced 1/4 cup red onion, and diced 1/2 medium avocado over the chicken. Drizzle with 1 cup low-sodium salsa and sprinkle with 1/4 cup fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with 1 whole lime, cut into wedges.
# Notes:
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For an even quicker crisp, air fry tortillas at 375°F for 3-5 minutes until golden and firm.
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To make this dinner even faster, cook the chicken and chop all the vegetables a day in advance. Store separately in airtight containers.
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Feel free to adjust the spice level of your Low Calorie Tostadas: Quick & High Protein Dinner by increasing or decreasing the chili powder and adding a pinch of cayenne pepper if desired.
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For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken breast with 2 cans (15 oz each) of rinsed and drained black beans, seasoned similarly.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Baking sheet
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Large pot or Dutch oven
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Forks
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Cutting board
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Knife
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Measuring cups and spoons
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 468 kcal
Total Fat: 5 g
Total Carbohydrate: 28 g
Protein: 46 g