Description
BBQ Chicken Tostadas deliver a satisfying crunch and smoky sweetness that makes weeknight dinner effortless and delicious. This recipe combines shredded chicken tossed in tangy barbecue sauce, crisp tostada shells, melted cheese, and fresh tomato and green onion toppings for a balanced bite. Ready in just minutes, it serves four, fits a budget‑friendly plan, and can be customized with extra veggies or spice. Perfect for families craving Mexican‑inspired flavor without the hassle.Enjoy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 8 tostada shells
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix shredded chicken with barbecue sauce.
- Arrange tostada shells on a baking sheet.
- Spoon chicken mixture onto each shell.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese.
- Bake 10‑12 minutes until cheese melts.
- Top with diced tomatoes and green onions.
- Serve with sour cream if desired.
Notes
- For extra heat
- add sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce. Leftovers reheat well in a skillet to restore crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: BBQ Chicken Tostadas, easy chicken tostada recipe, quick Mexican dinner, barbecue chicken toppings, crispy tostada shells, family friendly Mexican dish, weeknight taco alternative