Honey Chipotle Chicken Tostadas

For the Honey Chipotle Chicken

• 1 lb chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1–2 La Costeña Chipotles in Adobo, minced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1–2 tbsp honey, plus extra for finishing
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp ground cumin
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
  
  

For the Chipotle Crema

• ½ cup sour cream or Mexican crema
• 1 tbsp mayonnaise
• Juice of ½ lime
• 1 tsp adobo sauce from La Costeña Chipotles in Adobo
• Pinch of salt
  
  

For Assembly

• Crispy tostada shells
• Shredded lettuce
• Crumbled Cotija or queso fresco
• Diced tomatoes
• Fresh cilantro, chopped
• Lime wedges

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine the chicken with garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, minced La Costeña Chipotles in Adobo, adobo sauce, vegetable oil, red wine vinegar, and honey. Toss until evenly coated and marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 2: Cook the Chicken
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until fully cooked and caramelized with lightly charred edges, about 8–10 minutes. Finish with an extra drizzle of honey and toss to coat.

Step 3: Make the Chipotle Crema
Whisk together the sour cream (or crema), mayonnaise, lime juice, adobo sauce, and salt until smooth and creamy.

Step 4: Assemble the Tostadas
Spread or drizzle the chipotle crema over each crispy tostada. Top with shredded lettuce, the honey chipotle chicken, diced tomatoes, Cotija cheese, and fresh cilantro.

Step 5: Finish & Serve
Add another drizzle of the chipotle crema and serve immediately with fresh lime wedges.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Approximate values

• Calories: 430 kcal
• Protein: 25 g
• Fat: 24 g
• Carbohydrates: 28 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sodium: 620 mg

Pro Tip

For the best texture, assemble the tostadas just before serving so the shells stay perfectly crispy. A final drizzle of honey over the warm chicken enhances the smoky flavor of the La Costeña Chipotles in Adobo and creates the perfect sweet-and-spicy finish.

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