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Slow Cooker Chicken Tostadas

By Kira Lewis 11 Comments

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Slow Cooker Chicken TostadasLooking for a super easy weeknight meal that the whole family will rave about? These slow cooker chicken tostados only require a few ingredients and come together for a quick meal  that will win over even the pickiest eaters. Slow Cooker Chicken Tostados. SunshineandHurricanes.com

Okay, so my family LOVES all forms of mexican food, which is why this recipe for Slow Cooker Chicken Tostadas has become one of our favorites.  It couldn’t be easier to fix and I know that everyone will enjoy it and eat it. Plus, it’s just a great year-round option since it’s not too heavy and gives people the chance to customize with their own toppings.

For the slow cooker you will need the following items:

Slow Cooker Chicken Tostados an easy family favorite dinner idea. SunshineandHurricanes.com

1 lb Chicken Breasts or Fillets
1 16 oz Container/Jar Salsa of Your Choice (we use the mild Publix Salsa)
2 Cups Thinly Sliced Peppers
(I usually use the small assorted bell peppers, but big ones are just as good, you’ll need two to three)
1 Medium Red Onion Thinly Sliced
1 Packet Fajita Seasoning

You’ll also need
1 Can Refried Beans
8-12 Tostada Shells
(found wherever tortillas and such are kept at your store. For whatever reason at the main grocery store I shop at here locally, these items are not with all the other mexican food, so just in case that is true for others I wanted you to know where to look).

Toppings:

Slow Cooker Tostadas Toppings. SunshineandHurricanes.com

Shredded Lettuce
Shredded Cheese (Mexi-Blend, Colby Jack or Cheddar)
Diced Tomatoes
Avocado
Sour Cream
Any Other Toppings Your Family Loves!

Preparation:

Add the chicken, salsa and fajita seasoning to your slow cooker and cook on low for 6 hours (2-3 hours on high). When done cooking, using two forks, pull apart the chicken until it is well shredded. I often do this in the slow cooker, but you can also remove the chicken and separate on a cutting board or another bowl. I’m just all about having as few things to clean afterwards as possible!

Once the chicken is shredded, add in the sliced peppers and onions and cook on high for another 30-45 minutes. You just want to make sure the peppers are tender, but not soggy.

While the peppers are cooking, heat up the refried beans in a small saucepan on the oven (low for 10 minutes) or you can even heat it up in the microwave in a microwave safe dish.  You can also prepare all your toppings at this point, cutting up tomatoes, avocados, etc.

Once the chicken, peppers and onions are ready, spread a thin layer of refried beans on tostado shells and then top with the chicken mixture. I’ll often put the other toppings on the table and let my family choose what and how much of each they want on their tostadas.  However, if you have younger kids, feel free to top first and serve. As a side dish, I like to serve corn and some cut up fruit (mango goes REALLY well with this dish!).

Looking for an easy and delicious family friendly meal? These slow cooker chicken tostadas are sure to be a hit and create a fun family meal for anytime. Slow Cooker Chicken Tostadas. SunshineandHurricnaes.com

Slow Cooker Chicken Tostadas
 
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Prep time
10 mins
Cook time
6 hours
Total time
6 hours 10 mins
 
Author: Kira and Michelle at sunshineandhurricanes.com
Recipe type: Slow Cooker Dinner
Serves: 4-5 servings
Ingredients
  • 1 lb Chicken Breasts or Fillets
  • 1 16 oz Container/Jar Salsa of Your Choice (we use the mild Publix Salsa)
  • 2 Cups Thinly Sliced Peppers
  • 1 Medium Red Onion Thinly Sliced
  • 1 Packet Fajita Seasoning
  • You'll also need
  • 1 Can Refried Beans
  • 8-12 Tostada Shells
  • Shredded Lettuce
  • Shredded Cheese
  • Avocados
  • Diced Tomatoes
  • Sour Cream
  • Other Toppings of Choice
Instructions
  1. Add the chicken, salsa and fajita seasoning to your slow cooker and cook on low for 6 hours (2-3 hours on high).
  2. When done cooking, using two forks, pull apart the chicken until it is well shredded. I often do this in the slow cooker, but you can also remove the chicken and separate on a cutting board or another bowl.
  3. Once the chicken is shredded, add in the sliced peppers and onions and cook on high for another 30-45 minutes. You just want to make sure the peppers are tender, but not soggy.
  4. While the peppers are cooking, heat up the refried beans in a small saucepan on the oven (low for 10 minutes) or you can even heat it up in the microwave in a microwave safe dish.
  5. You can also prepare all your toppings at this point, cutting up tomatoes, avocados, etc.
  6. Once the chicken, peppers and onions are ready, spread a thin layer of refried beans on tostado shells and then top with the chicken mixture.
  7. Add all your favorite toppings and enjoy!
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About Kira Lewis

Kira Lewis is a mom to a strong and sassy 8 year old girl and a funny, soccer playing teen boy.  Her career has included everything from corporate ladder climbing to teaching yoga. She's settled for now on free-lance writing and blogging where she covers topics like motherhood, parenting, technology, Florida travel and raising tweens and teens.Keep up with her parental musings by subscribing to sunshine and hurricane's weekly newsletter HERE.

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Comments

  1. Kelly | Typically Simple says

    June 10, 2015 at 1:42 pm

    These look delicious! I always do slow cooker chicken nachos, so I’m definitely going to have to change it up a bit and try these tostadas out!

    Reply
  2. wheelchairmommy says

    June 9, 2015 at 1:53 pm

    we eat tex/mex regularly. . . these are a favorite for sure! Yum.

    Reply
  3. Cynthia @ The Log Home Kitchen says

    June 9, 2015 at 12:38 pm

    This is so typical of the types of things I put in the slow cooker. Mexican is my fave, and I love the ease of fajitas simmering for several hours. A great way to feed the family after a long day of work. Great pics. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  4. Sandy says

    June 9, 2015 at 11:19 am

    Looks delicious! This is going on my “to-make” list. 😀 Thank you!

    Reply
  5. Jessica says

    June 9, 2015 at 10:54 am

    mmm mmmm good! This looks like my type of meal. Lately I have been craving tacos, but this looks like more fun and an easy switch up and I do not have to stand by the stove. I think my kids might enjoy this more than tacos. mmmm

    Reply
  6. Valerie@Occasionally Crafty says

    June 9, 2015 at 10:34 am

    I’m all about the slow cooker in the summer- less work for busy days and I don’t heat up my whole house! Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  7. Shannon @ Bohemian Junktion says

    June 9, 2015 at 9:24 am

    Yummy! Slow Cooker equals minimal work, and Mexican is my fav! I will be trying this. Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply

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