Description
Street Corn Chicken Tostadas are a vibrant and flavor-packed dish that combines crispy tostadas with juicy chicken and the delightful sweetness of street corn. Perfect for any occasion, these tostadas are not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning, making them a hit at gatherings. With a blend of creamy, smoky, and fresh flavors, every bite is an explosion of taste that your guests will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 2 ears)
- 8 tostada shells
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco
- Sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and sear until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken, let it rest for a few minutes, then shred using two forks.
- In a bowl, combine corn, mayonnaise (or yogurt), lime juice, chili powder, cilantro, and queso fresco; mix well.
- Assemble the tostadas by spreading shredded chicken on each shell, topping generously with the corn mixture.
- Drizzle sour cream on top if desired and garnish with extra cilantro and queso fresco.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness and crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tostada (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For a twist, substitute chicken with grilled shrimp or tofu. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses or spices to customize your tostadas.