Slow Cooker Chicken Tostadas with Avocado Crema
RETURN TO RECIPESEnjoy these flavorful chicken tostadas with the addition of a rich and creamy avocado crema. They are easily made by slow cooking the chicken, and prepping an array of toppings while the tostada shells bake. Tostadas are perfect for a family-pleasing dinner, or for feeding a gathering of friends!
- Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper evenly over the chicken. Drizzle with olive oil. Add the diced green chiles.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on the LOW setting for 6-8 hours, OR on the HIGH setting for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and shreds easily with a fork.
- Shred the cooked chicken using two forks.
- Prepare the avocado crema. In a food processor, combine the ripe avocados, sour cream, chopped cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust the seasonings to your taste.
- Prep the tortillas. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Brush both sides of the corn tortillas with olive oil and place on a sheet pan. Bake for about 5 minutes or until they become crisp and lightly browned. Flip each tortilla over and sprinkle with grated cheese and bake for another 2 - 4 minutes, or until the cheese melts.
- Assemble the tostadas. Top each tortilla with the shredded chicken. Then, add the toppings of your choice: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, jalapeños, and cilantro.
- Drizzle the avocado crema on top and enjoy!
INGREDIENTS
Chicken Ingredients:
- 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 can (7 oz.) diced green chiles
Avocado Crema Ingredients:
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Ingredients for Serving:
- 12 small corn tortillas
- Shredded cheese
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Sliced jalapeños, (optional)
- Cilantro, as garnish
- Avocado crema