Tlayuda de Pollo
Tlayuda de Pollo is a traditional Oaxacan dish that combines the flavors of grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and rich cheese on a crisp tortilla base, creating a delightful high-protein pizza experience. This dish is perfect for sharing and is both satisfying and nutritious.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
550 kcal
Ingredients
- Large corn tortillas - 2
- Cooked chicken breast, shredded - 200 grams
- Oaxacan cheese or mozzarella, shredded - 100 grams
- Refried black beans - 100 grams
- Avocado, sliced - 1 medium
- Tomato, diced - 1 medium
- Red onion, thinly sliced - 1/2 small
- Fresh cilantro, chopped - 2 tablespoons
- Lime, juiced - 1
- Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
- Salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
Steps
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shredded chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes until heated through.
- Spread a layer of refried black beans evenly on each corn tortilla.
- Top the tortillas with the cooked chicken, followed by the shredded Oaxacan cheese.
- Place the tortillas on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and top with diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, red onion, and fresh cilantro.
- Drizzle with lime juice and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Calories: 550
- Protein: 35 g
- Carbs: 45 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
- Total Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle recovery and growth.
- Rich in fiber from beans and vegetables, promoting digestive health.
Tags
MexicanHigh ProteinPizza