Tex-Mex Chalupas
The Bluebonnet Farmhouse
These Tex-Mex chalupas, also known as tostadas, are quick to throw together and a Texans comfort food. It's the perfect recipe for easy lunches or busy weeknights that does not require meal planning!
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
12 tostadas 2 tbsp avocado or olive oil 1 lbs ground meat (beef, turkey, or chicken) 2 tbsp taco seasoning 2 cups refried beans 1/2 cup cheese (shredded) 2 cups lettuce (chopped) 1 cup tomato (chopped) 1/2 cup onion (chopped) 1 avocado (chopped)
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Heat the oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat.
Cook the ground meat in the skillet until fully cooked and season with taco seasoning.
Spread a thin layer of refried beans onto tostadas, then layer with cooked meat and shredded cheese on top.
Place the assembled chalupas on a baking sheet and place in oven for 8-10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and beans are heated.
Prep the veggies while the chalupas are in the oven.
Top the heated chalupas with veggies and a sprinkle of lime juice. Serve and enjoy!