Mini Chicken Sheet Pan Tostadas are a family favorite!
These crispy, cheesy Mini Chicken Tostadas are the perfect bite-sized Tex-Mex treat! Baked, not fried, and piled high with refried beans, rotisserie chicken, and melty cheese, they’re a fun and flavorful option for dinner, parties, or game-day snacking—customizable with all your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
For the Tostadas:
- 12 street taco-size corn tortillas about 4 inches
- 3 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil or as needed
- 1 16 oz can traditional refried beans (use just shy of the full can)
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken breast
- 2 cups shredded cheese sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack blend recommended
Optional Garnishes:
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup finely diced red onion
- ¼ cup chopped or torn fresh cilantro
- 6 cherry or grape tomatoes chopped small
- Hot sauce such as Cholula
- Optional extras: guacamole salsa, pico de gallo
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a large baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
- Bake tortillas: Lightly brush both sides of the corn tortillas with oil and arrange them snugly on the baking sheet. Bake for 9 to 10 minutes, until the tortillas are firm but not browned. Let cool for about 5 minutes.
- Flip and layer: Flip tortillas over and spread each with refried beans. Add shredded rotisserie chicken and top with shredded cheese.
- Return to oven: Bake again for 5 to 6 minutes, until the cheese is melted and everything is heated through.
- Add toppings: Garnish each tostada with your choice of sour cream, red onion, cilantro, tomatoes, hot sauce, and any other favorite toppings. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use leftover chicken: Rotisserie chicken makes this recipe super quick, but any cooked and shredded chicken works.
- Make it vegetarian: Skip the chicken and load up on seasoned beans and veggies instead.
- Batch-friendly: This recipe easily doubles or triples for parties and gatherings.
- Customize toppings: Add shredded lettuce, jalapeños, avocado slices, or a drizzle of lime crema for variety.
- Reheating tip: For best results, reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.