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BBQ Chicken Tostadas Recipe

BBQ Chicken Tostadas Recipe

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These BBQ Chicken Tostadas are a delicious fusion of flavors, combining tender shredded chicken coated in barbecue sauce, melted cheese, and fresh toppings on crispy corn tostadas. Perfect for a quick and flavorful meal or appetizer.

Ingredients

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Corn Tostadas:

  • 8 small corn tostadas

BBQ Chicken:

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce

Toppings:

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • Lime wedges for serving
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare BBQ Chicken: Toss shredded chicken with barbecue sauce until coated.
  3. Assemble Tostadas: Arrange tostadas on a baking sheet, top with BBQ chicken, sprinkle with cheese, and bake until cheese melts.
  4. Add Toppings: Top each tostada with lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and sour cream.
  5. Serve: Drizzle with sour cream and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • For added heat, mix in sliced jalapeños or use a spicy BBQ sauce.
  • Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
  • To make crispy tostadas from tortillas, brush with oil and bake at 400°F for 5–7 minutes per side.

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