Crispy Smashed Potato Tacos / Tostadas
  1. Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with 1 inch of water (using pre-boiled water from a kettle can speed up the process). Add kosher salt.

  2. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook uncovered for 16–20 minutes, until fork tender.

  3. Drain the potatoes in a colander then return the cooked potatoes to the hot pot to help any remaining moisture evaporate. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until cool enough to handle.

  4. Preheat oven to 450°F.

  5. Brush a sheet pan with 1 tablespoon olive oil.

  6. Place potatoes on the pan and use the bottom of a flat-bottomed bowl or jar (about 4 inches in diameter) to gently smash each potato to about ½ inch thick.

  7. Drizzle with remaining olive oil and sprinkle with the spice blend, flipping to coat both sides.

  8. Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

  9. In the last 5 minutes of roasting, sprinkle grated cheese over the potatoes and let it melt.

  10. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, stirring just until fragrant.

  11. Add the remaining spice blend and stir.

  12. Mix in the tomato paste and chicken stock, bringing to a simmer.

  13. Cook for 7–8 minutes until slightly thickened, then stir in the shredded chicken and lime juice.

  14. Transfer the crispy smashed potatoes to a serving platter.

  15. Top each potato with the spiced chicken, guacamole, Pico de Gallo, marinated onions, and cilantro.

  16. Serve with lime wedges, hot sauce and sour cream.

Course🍽️Main Course

Diets🥩Carnivore...

Category🌮Tacos

Cuisine🇲🇽Mexican

Occasions🍽️Casual Dining📆Everyday

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyEasy ⏰ 45m

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