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Barbecue Chicken Tostadas

Savory Barbecue Chicken Tostadas Ready in 20 Minutes

Prepare delicious Barbecue Chicken Tostadas in under 20 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights and gluten-free.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 tostadas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tostadas
  • 8 pieces tostada shells/corn tortillas Brush with oil and bake for a homemade version.
  • 3 cups cooked and shredded chicken Can use leftover cooked chicken.
For the Sauce
  • 1.5 cups barbecue sauce Choose your favorite store-bought or make homemade.
For the Toppings
  • 2 cups shredded cheese Mozzarella, cheddar, or Monterey Jack work well.
  • green onions Optional, for garnish.

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Barbecue Chicken Tostadas
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place 8 tostada shells or corn tortillas on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of cooked and shredded chicken with 1½ cups of barbecue sauce.
  4. Evenly distribute the chicken mixture onto each tostada shell.
  5. Sprinkle an even amount of shredded cheese over each tostada.
  6. Bake for about 8 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Remove from the oven, drizzle with barbecue sauce, and optionally sprinkle with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tostadaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

You can customize toppings or use leftover chicken for a quick meal.

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