Tostadas Salsa Verde

Serves 4; Prep time: 20 minutes; Total time: 30 minutes


4 (6-inch) flour tortillas

3 ounces shredded pepper Jack cheese (3/4 cup)

2 1/2 cups (10 ounces) shredded poached chicken

1 cup jarred green salsa, plus more for serving (optional)

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce

3 plum tomatoes, diced

1/4 cup sour cream

1. Preheat oven to 400°. Arrange tortillas on a rimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle cheese evenly over tortillas; bake until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, toss together chicken, salsa, 1/4 cup cilantro, and cumin. Spoon mixture evenly over tortillas; bake until heated through, about 8 minutes.

3. Top with lettuce, tomato, and sour cream. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro. Serve immediately, with additional green salsa, if desired.

Per serving: 388 calories; 15.1 grams fat; 35.7 grams protein; 24 grams carbohydrates; 2.8 grams fiber

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