Chicken Tostadas
This Chicken Tostadas delivers 40g protein and 270 calories per serving across 4 servings per batch. Quick stovetop assembly keeps prep time minimal while staying in a strict calorie deficit. Designed for lunch containers when you need maximum protein density with zero wasted calories.
Ingredients
- •Tortilla, Corn, 6-Inch
- •Olive oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Beans, Refried, Canned(240g)
- •Yellow Onion
- •Chili powder(3g)
- •Chicken Breast, Grilled(480g)
- •Lime Juice, Fresh
- •Cheddar Cheese
- •Lettuce, Iceberg
- •Tomato
- •Avocado
- •Cilantro, Fresh
Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly brush both sides of tortillas with 2 teaspoons oil and place on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until golden and crisp, 10 minutes. Remove, and top each tortilla with 1/4 cup refried beans, and then sprinkle with some shredded cheese. Return to oven. Bake until cheese is bubbling, about 3 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside.
- 2In a large skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high. Add half of the diced red onion and cook 3-5 minutes or until softened. Add chicken, chili powder and lime juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cook until chicken is warmed through (about 2 minutes).
- 3Then divide chicken among the tortillas and place on top of the melted cheese. Continue to layer on the lettuce, diced tomato, avocado, remaining onion, and cilantro. Serve warm.
Nutrition — Per Serving
270
calories
40g
protein
9g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 9g
- Saturated fat
- 2.1g
- Sodium
- 306 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 2.5g
4 servings per batch · ~185g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Chicken Tostadas have per serving?
Each serving delivers 40g of protein and 270 calories with 9g fat and 9g carbs. This is a lean, low-carb option that maximizes protein density per calorie.
How long does Chicken Tostadas take to prep?
Quick prep on the stovetop with 4 servings means you can batch-cook this lunch option multiple times per week if rotation is needed. Active time is minimal relative to the number of meals produced.
Is Chicken Tostadas good for fat loss?
At 270 calories and 40g protein with minimal fat (9g) and carbs (9g), Chicken Tostadas is an excellent fat loss option that stacks easily into daily macros. The low carb count leaves flexibility to add sides like rice or beans without blowing your deficit.
