BBQ Chicken Tostadas – Quick and Easy Dinner Recipe!

Why make this recipe

BBQ Chicken Tostadas are a fantastic choice for a quick and easy dinner! They are perfect for busy weeknights when you want something delicious but don’t have a lot of time to cook. This recipe brings together juicy BBQ chicken, crispy tostadas, and fresh toppings. It’s a fun meal that everyone will love.

How to make BBQ Chicken Tostadas

Making BBQ Chicken Tostadas is simple and quick. With just a few ingredients, you can whip up a satisfying meal in no time. Follow the steps below to create this tasty dish!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
• 8 tostada shells
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup corn (canned or frozen)
• 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
• Optional: sour cream and avocado for topping

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with the BBQ sauce until it is well coated.
3. Place the tostada shells on a baking sheet. Bake for about 5 minutes, or until they are crispy.
4. Remove the tostada shells from the oven.
5. Spoon the BBQ chicken mixture evenly onto each tostada.
6. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, and cheese.
7. Return to the oven for another 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
8. Serve hot with optional sour cream and avocado on top.

How to serve BBQ Chicken Tostadas

Serve your BBQ Chicken Tostadas warm straight from the oven. You can place them on a large platter and let everyone help themselves. Pair them with a fresh salad or some tortilla chips on the side for a complete meal.

How to store BBQ Chicken Tostadas

If you have leftovers, store the components separately. Keep the BBQ chicken, toppings, and tostada shells in airtight containers in the refrigerator. This way, the tostadas stay crispy. They can be stored for up to 3 days. Reheat the chicken and cheese on top of the tostadas before serving again.

Tips to make BBQ Chicken Tostadas

• Use rotisserie chicken for even quicker prep.
• Feel free to add other toppings like jalapeños or salsa for extra flavor.
• Experiment with different BBQ sauces to find your favorite.

Variation

You can switch out the chicken for pulled pork or even grilled veggies for a vegetarian version. This recipe is versatile and allows you to get creative based on your taste preferences!

FAQs

1. Can I use store-bought BBQ sauce?
Yes! Store-bought BBQ sauce works perfectly and saves time.

2. What can I use instead of tostada shells?
You can use tortilla chips for a nacho-style dish or make your own tostadas using flour or corn tortillas.

3. Can I freeze the leftovers?
It’s best to freeze the BBQ chicken and toppings separately to maintain the quality. Tostada shells should not be frozen as they become soft.

BBQ Chicken Tostadas

Delicious and quick BBQ Chicken Tostadas perfect for busy weeknights, topped with fresh ingredients.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Rotisserie chicken works great for quick prep.
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce Feel free to use any BBQ sauce you prefer.
• 8 pieces tostada shells You can substitute with tortilla chips.

Toppings

• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup corn Canned or frozen works.
• 1/2 cup black beans Rinsed and drained.
• 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or Mexican blend.
• to taste sour cream and avocado For topping, optional.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with the BBQ sauce until well coated.
3. Place the tostada shells on a baking sheet and bake for about 5 minutes, or until crispy.
4. Remove the tostada shells from the oven.

Assembly

1. Spoon the BBQ chicken mixture evenly onto each tostada.
2. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, and cheese.
3. Return to the oven for another 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
4. Serve hot with optional sour cream and avocado on top.

Notes

If you have leftovers, store the components separately to maintain crispiness. These can be stored for up to 3 days in airtight containers in the refrigerator.