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BBQ Chicken Tostadas Recipe

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  • Author: Melanie
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These BBQ Chicken Tostadas are a quick and flavorful meal perfect for a weeknight dinner. Crispy tostada shells are topped with tender shredded chicken mixed in smoky BBQ sauce, melted cheddar cheese, and fresh toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and cilantro. A dollop of sour cream and a squeeze of lime add creamy and tangy notes that balance the dish beautifully.

Ingredients

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BBQ Chicken Mixture

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce

Tostadas and Toppings

  • 8 tostada shells
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup sliced red onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
  • Lime wedges (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the tostadas.
  2. Mix Chicken with BBQ Sauce: In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine the shredded cooked chicken with the BBQ sauce until the chicken is evenly coated.
  3. Assemble Tostadas: Arrange the tostada shells on a baking sheet. Evenly distribute the BBQ chicken mixture over each shell, spreading to cover the entire surface.
  4. Add Cheese: Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese on top of the BBQ chicken on each tostada.
  5. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
  6. Add Fresh Toppings: Remove the tostadas from the oven and immediately top each with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced red onions, and chopped cilantro for fresh flavor and crunch.
  7. Serve: Add a dollop of sour cream on each tostada if desired, and serve with lime wedges on the side to squeeze over for an extra burst of brightness.

Notes

  • For extra spice, add sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the chicken mixture.
  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and flavor.
  • To make it gluten-free, ensure tostada shells are made from corn and free from gluten contamination.
  • Leftover tostadas can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the oven for best texture.

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