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BBQ Chicken Tostadas Recipe

4.8 from 125 reviews

Delicious BBQ Chicken Tostadas featuring crispy tostada shells topped with shredded chicken coated in tangy barbecue sauce and melted cheese. Finished with a drizzle of extra BBQ sauce and fresh green onions for a quick and flavorful meal perfect for casual lunches or dinners.

Ingredients

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Tostada Shells

  • 8 tostada shells (or 8 corn tortillas, brushed lightly with olive oil and baked for 35 minutes per side, until crispy)

Chicken and Toppings

  • 3 cups cooked and shredded chicken
  • 1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce, divided
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (use mozzarella, cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
  • 3 green onions, very thinly sliced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Tostadas: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lay out the 8 tostada shells on two rimmed baking sheets to prepare them for topping.
  2. Mix Chicken with BBQ Sauce: Place 3 cups of cooked and shredded chicken into a mixing bowl. Reserve 1/2 cup of the barbecue sauce. Pour 1 cup of the barbecue sauce over the chicken and stir until the chicken is completely coated.
  3. Assemble Tostadas: Evenly divide the BBQ chicken mixture among the tostada shells. Then sprinkle about 1/4 cup (total 2 cups) of shredded cheese on top of each tostada.
  4. Bake Tostadas: Place the baking sheets in the oven and bake the assembled tostadas for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  5. Finish with Sauce and Garnish: Remove the tostadas from the oven. Drizzle the remaining 1/2 cup of barbecue sauce over each tostada and sprinkle with thinly sliced green onions, if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For homemade tostada shells, bake corn tortillas brushed lightly with olive oil at 350°F for 3-5 minutes per side until crisp.
  • Use any BBQ sauce you prefer – sweet, smoky, or spicy varieties work well.
  • Feel free to substitute or blend cheeses according to taste preferences.
  • Green onions add a fresh crunch and mild onion flavor but can be omitted if preferred.
  • Serve with sides like guacamole, sour cream, or salsa for extra flavor.

Keywords: BBQ chicken, tostadas, shredded chicken, baked tostadas, quick dinner, barbecue sauce, cheesy tostadas