Description
This BBQ Chicken Tostadas recipe offers a quick and flavorful way to enjoy a Tex-Mex favorite. Crispy tostada shells are layered with tender shredded chicken tossed in barbecue sauce, topped with melted cheese, and finished with a drizzle of more barbecue sauce and fresh green onions for a perfect combination of smoky, tangy, and savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Tostada Base
- 8 tostada shells (or 8 corn tortillas, brushed lightly with olive oil and baked for 3–5 minutes per side, until crispy)
Chicken Mixture
- 3 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce, divided
Toppings
- 2 cups shredded cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
- 3 green onions, very thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Arrange the 8 tostada shells on two rimmed baking sheets to prepare them for topping and baking.
- Prepare Chicken Mixture: In a mixing bowl, add 3 cups of cooked and shredded chicken. Pour 1 cup of barbecue sauce over the chicken and stir until the chicken is completely coated. Set aside the remaining 1/2 cup of barbecue sauce for later.
- Assemble Tostadas: Carefully divide the barbecue-coated chicken evenly among the tostada shells. Then evenly sprinkle 2 cups of shredded cheese over the chicken, about 1/4 cup on each tostada.
- Bake: Place the baking sheets in the oven and bake the tostadas for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the tostadas from the oven. Drizzle the remaining 1/2 cup of barbecue sauce over the top of each tostada. Sprinkle with thinly sliced green onions if desired. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can make your own tostada shells by lightly brushing corn tortillas with olive oil and baking them 3-5 minutes per side until crisp.
- Use your preferred type of barbecue sauce to customize flavor.
- Feel free to mix cheeses or use your favorite melting cheese blend for varied flavor.
- The green onions add a fresh crunch and mild onion flavor but are optional.
- Serve with sides like guacamole, sour cream, or a simple salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Keywords: BBQ Chicken Tostadas, Tostadas, BBQ Chicken, Tex-Mex, Easy Dinner, Quick Recipe
