• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

From A Chef's Kitchen logo

  • Home
  • About
    • Privacy Policy and Terms of Use
    • Accessibility Statement
    • Disclosure
    • Use of Content and Photography
  • Recipes
    • Appetizers and Snacks
    • Breads and Muffins
    • Breakfast and Brunch
    • Desserts
    • Pickles and Relishes
    • Main Course / Entrees
      • Beef
      • Chicken and Turkey
      • Fish and Seafood
      • Lamb
      • Main Course – Dinner Salads
      • Pork
    • Pizza and Pasta
    • Quiches and Tarts
    • Sandwiches
    • Sauces Dressings and Marinades
    • Side Dishes
      • Beans, Rice & Grains
      • Potatoes
      • Salads
      • Vegetables
    • Soups and Stews
    • Vegetarian / Vegan Entrees
    • Recipe Collections
      • Date Night Dinners
      • Grilling Favorites
      • Holiday Ideas
      • Ideas For Entertaining
      • Light and Healthy
      • Make Ahead and Meal Prep
      • One Pan / One Pot
      • Round-Ups
      • Slow Cooker Season Favorites
      • Weeknight Dinner Solutions
  • Work With Me
  • Subscribe
menu icon
go to homepage
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • Home
  • Recipe Index
  • About
  • Work With Me
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Tumblr
    • Twitter
  • ×

    YOU ARE HERE: Home » Recipes » Chicken and Turkey

    By Carol · Published: Mar 17, 2020 · Modified: Jun 26, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure.

    Chicken Sausage Fajita-Style Tostadas

    Jump to Recipe
    5 from 1 vote
    45 minutes

    Chicken Sausage Fajita-Style Tostadas are fun, festive and perfect for taco night!  al fresco® Mild Mexican Style Chicken Sausage is the basis for a quick and easy weeknight meal!

    This post is sponsored by al fresco® Mild Mexican Style Chicken Sausage.  All opinions are mine alone.

    Photo of three Chicken Sausage Fajita-Style Tostadas on wood cutting board with toppings.

    Hey, friends!  I’ve got an easy and delicious weeknight meal that’s perfect for your Taco Tuesday or for any night of the week!  The folks at al fresco® , makers of an amazing variety of chicken sausages also have something perfect for taco night!  Chicken Taco Night Faster Mild Mexican Style Chicken Sausage!

    It’s super tasty and perfect for taco night, whether you do it on a Tuesday or any other night of the week!

    Photo of two packages of Al Fresco Chicken Sausage on wood cutting board with fresh vegetables scattered around.

    al fresco® Mild Mexican Style Chicken Sausage:

    • Is made with chicken that is raised with no antibiotics EVER.
    • Is fully cooked which makes it time-saving and easy to heat on the stovetop, grill or microwave.
    • Has no artificial ingredients and is minimally processed.
    • Is crafted with Hatch green chiles and classic Mexican spices.
    • Is a healthier, staple ingredient you can always have on-hand.
    • Is perfect for any taco night dinner you’re in the mood for such as tacos, fajitas, quesadillas or these Chicken Sausage Fajita-Style Tostadas!  It’s a family-friendly, festive and easy dinner you’re going to love!

    Photo of two links of Al Fresco Chicken Sausage with one sliced and fresh cut vegetables scattered around.

    What is a tostada?

    Tostada is a Spanish word that means “toasted” and usually refers to a flat or bowl-shaped tortilla that is deep-fried or toasted.  Think of it as an open-faced taco.

    How to make Chicken Sausage Fajita-Style Tostadas:

    Start by making the tostada shells.  Tostada shells are generally found in the international aisle of your grocery store, but they’re super easy to make yourself and a great way to use leftover corn tortillas.

    Here’s all you do:

    • Place corn tortillas on a baking sheet.
    • Spray both sides with cooking spray.
    • Bake 5 minutes on the first side.
    • Flip, then bake 4-5 minutes on the second side.  Keep an eye on them!  They will continue to crisp up as they cool.
    • You could also fry them, but baking is a much healthier method.

    Photo of eight baked corn tostada shells on baking sheet.

    • Then, cook onions, bell peppers and the al fresco® Mild Mexican Style Chicken Sausage.

    Photo of sausage, peppers and onions in nonstick skillet.

    • Combine fat-free refried beans with your favorite salsa and spread some over the tostadas.
    • Top with the chicken sausage fajita combination.
    • Add sour cream…

    Photo of partially assembled Chicken Sausage Fajita-Style Tostadas on wood cutting board with toppings nearby.

    Photo of two of the tostadas on wood cutting board with product package and fresh toppings nearby.

    • Then top with all the stuff as desired!
      • Lettuce
      • Tomatoes
      • Avocado
      • Cheese
      • Cilantro sprigs
      • A squeeze of lime juice…

    Close-up photo of Chicken Sausage Fajita-Style Tostadas on white plate.

    A totally easy, super delicious, family-friendly taco night dinner!

    Photo of one Chicken Sausage Fajita-Style Tostada on white plate with product packaging in the background.

    For more information about al fresco® visit:

    • alfrescochicken.com

    For more great recipes visit:

    • https://www.alfrescochicken.com/recipes/

    About al fresco® Mild Mexican-Style Chicken Sausage visit:

    • Taco Night Mild Mexican Chicken Sausage

    Visit al fresco® on social media at:

    • Facebook
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    Chicken Sausage Fajita-Style Tostadas - Hero shot of tostadas on wood cutting board with toppings

    Chicken Sausage Fajita-Style Tostadas

    5 from 1 vote
    By: Carol | From A Chef's Kitchen
    Chicken Sausage Fajita-Style Tostadas are fun, festive and perfect for taco night!  al fresco® Mild Mexican Style Chicken Sausage is the basis for a quick and easy weeknight meal!
    PRINT RECIPE PIN RECIPE
    Prep Time 25 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 45 mins
    Course Chicken and Turkey
    Cuisine Southwestern, Southwestern / Mexican
    Servings 4 -6
    Calories 422 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    Tostada Shells

    • Cooking spray
    • 8 corn tortillas
    • Salt - if desired

    Tostadas

    • 2 tablespoons canola oil
    • 1 small red onion - halved and thinly sliced
    • 1 large red bell pepper - sliced
    • 1 large green bell pepper - sliced
    • 4 cloves garlic - thinly sliced
    • 1 teaspoon chili powder
    • 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
    • Freshly ground black pepper - to taste
    • 1 package (12-ounce) al fresco's Mild Mexican-Style Chicken Sausage - sliced
    • 1 can (16-ounce) fat-free refried beans
    • ½ cup salsa
    • Sour cream
    • Shredded lettuce
    • Diced tomato
    • Avocado wedges
    • Shredded Monterey jack cheese
    • Lime wedges
    • Cilantro sprigs

    Instructions
     

    Tostada Shells

    • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place corn tortillas on a large baking sheet. Spray both sides of the tortillas with cooking spray.
    • Bake in the middle of the oven for 5 minutes. Flip and bake another 4-5 minutes or until lightly browned. (Keep an eye on the tostada shells. They will continue to crisp up as they cool.)
    • Sprinkle with salt if desired. Let cool to room temperature.

    Tostadas

    • Heat oil in a skillet or saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion, reduce heat to medium and cook 3-4 minutes or until beginning to soften.
    • Add the red bell pepper, green bell pepper and the garlic. Cook 3-4 minutes or until beginning to soften and garlic is fragrant.
    • Add the chili powder and lime juice to the vegetables. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
    • Add the sliced sausage and cook 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Keep warm.
    • Combine refried beans and salsa in a microwave-safe dish. Heat on High 2-3 minutes or until hot.
    • Spread some of the refried bean and salsa combination on each of the tortillas.
    • Top with sausage/pepper/onion combination.
    • Serve, topped with accompaniments: Sour cream, shredded lettuce, diced tomato, avocado wedges, shredded cheese, lime wedges and cilantro for garnish.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 | Calories: 422kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 253mg | Potassium: 404mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1744IU | Vitamin C: 90mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 1mg

    These are estimated values generated from a nutritional database using unbranded products. Please do your own research with the products you're using if you have a serious health issue or are following a specific diet.

    Did you make this recipe? Please leave a comment, star rating or post your photo on Instagram and tag @fromachefskitchen.
    « 25 Easy and Delicious Family-Friendly Freezer and Pantry-Inspired Meals
    Oven Risotto with Kale Pesto and Roasted Mushrooms »
    27 shares
    • Share
    • Tweet
    • Yummly
    • Email

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a Comment, Rating or Question Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Primary Sidebar

    Welcome and glad you’re here!

    Follow Me

    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Tumblr
    • Twitter

    AS SEEN ON

    Top 10 Reader Favorites

    Classic French Ratatouille in white Dutch oven garnished with fresh basil.

    Traditional Ratatouille Recipe

    Photo of Roasted Beet Salad with Walnuts Goat Cheese and Honey Balsamic Dressing on white oval platter with serving utensils.

    Roasted Beet Salad with Walnuts Goat Cheese and Honey Balsamic Dressing

    Kicked Up Canned Baked Beans - Overhead shot after spoon is inserted into the baked beans

    Kicked-Up Canned Baked Beans

    Garlic Herb Muffin Pan Potato Galettes - Straight-on hero shot on white background garnished with fresh thyme

    Garlic Herb Muffin Pan Potato Galettes

    Vegan Thai Green Sweet Potato Curry - Overhead hero shot of curry in white cooking vessel garnished with cilantro and lime wedges on pale blue background

    Vegan Thai Green Sweet Potato Curry

    Italian Pot Roast (Straccato) and Oven-Baked Gorgonzola Polenta - Overhead hero shot

    Italian Pot Roast (Stracotto) and Oven-Baked Gorgonzola Polenta

    Beef Braciole on gray-rimmed platter ready to serve with serving fork

    Beef Braciole Recipe (Braciola)

    Spicy Asian Pork Cabbage Rolls overhead shot of entire pan

    Spicy Asian Pork Cabbage Rolls

    Korean Braised Beef Short Ribs

    Korean Braised Beef Short Ribs Recipe

    Curry Braised Chicken Thighs hero shot in pan garnished with cilantro on dark wood surface with yellow striped towel

    Curry Braised Chicken Thighs

    Grilling Favorites!

    Mahi-Mahi with Cilantro - Ginger Pesto with jasmine rice on white plate garnished with lime wedge and cilantro.

    Grilled Mahi-Mahi with Cilantro – Ginger Pesto

    Grilled Marinated Skirt Steak with Peperonata - Overhead hero shot of dish on white oval platter with meat fork

    Grilled Marinated Skirt Steak with Peperonata

    Grilled Citrus Chicken with Spicy Basil Chimichurri

    Grilled Vegetable Kabobs with Charmoula - Overhead shot of finished meal on white background garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges

    Grilled Vegetable Kabobs with Charmoula

    Indian-Style Beef Kabobs with Cilantro-Coconut Sauce - Hero shot of kabobs on gray-rimmed platter with sauce in the background

    Indian-Style Beef Kabobs with Cilantro – Coconut Sauce

    Chicken Zucchini Feta Burgers with Jalapeño Tzatziki - Close-up hero shot

    Grilled Chicken Burgers with Jalapeño Tzatziki

    Southwestern Spice Grilled Pork Chops with Plum Jalapeño Salsa - Overhead hero shot of pork chops with salsa, chips and tea on white wooden background

    Southwestern Spiced Grilled Pork Chops with Plum Jalapeno Salsa

    Grilled Burgers with Smoked Gouda and Bacon Tomato Jam

    Grilled Burgers with Bacon Tomato Jam and Smoked Gouda

    Grilled Peaches with Vanilla Ice Cream and Honey Balsamic Drizzle - Some with ice cream, some drizzled with balsamic honey drizzle

    Grilled Peaches with Vanilla Ice Cream and Honey Balsamic Drizzle

    Cuban Style Mojo Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Black Beans - Overhead shot on blue background

    Cuban-Style Mojo Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Black Beans

    Summer is Salad Season!

    Summer Fruit Salad with Orange Vanilla Yogurt Dressing

    Summer Fruit Salad with Orange Vanilla Yogurt Dressing

    Quinoa Tabbouleh with Grilled Vegetables

    Quinoa Tabbouleh with Grilled Vegetables

    Lemony Broccoli, Barley and Bean Salad - Overhead shot of salad in white bowl garnished with parsley

    Lemony Broccoli Barley and White Bean Salad

    Cauliflower Artichoke Tabbouleh - Overhead hero shot in white bowl on light gray background with light gray napkin

    Cauliflower Artichoke Tabbouleh

    Arugula, Egg and Asparagus Salad with Creamy Lemon Vinaigrette - Overhead hero shot of salad on white plates and white background

    Arugula, Egg and Asparagus Salad with Creamy Lemon Vinaigrette

    Cauliflower Antipasto Salad - Being served on wood serving plates

    Cauliflower Antipasto Salad

    Cover photo of four salads

    20 Super Side Salads for Your Summer Soiree!

    Stacked Tomato Salad with Tapenade and Basil Pesto Dressing - Close-up hero shot on white platter

    Stacked Tomato Salad with Black Olive Tapenade and Basil Pesto Dressing

    Yogurt Ranch Cucumber Salad

    Green Bean and Radish Salad with Mustard Caper Vinaigrette in wooden bowl with blue green towel.

    Green Bean and Radish Salad Recipe with Mustard-Caper Vinaigrette

    Footer

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclosure
    • Terms of Use
    • Accessibility Statement

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up for emails and updates!!

    Contact

    • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Pinterest
    • Instagram

    Copyright © 2021 From A Chef's Kitchen and A Thought For Food

    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Pinterest
    • Yummly
    • Email
    27 shares