BBQ Chicken Tostadas
BBQ Chicken Tostadas are a vibrant and flavorful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a crowd-pleasing favorite. Crispy tortillas are topped with smoky, tender BBQ chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy avocado, creating a delightful mix of textures and tastes. Perfect for gatherings or a fun family dinner, these tostadas can be customized to suit every palate. Ready in under 30 minutes, they bring the party to your table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 tostadas each) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your choice)
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 jalapeño, sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced or mashed
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or stovetop pan over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temp of 165°F). Let rest, then shred.
- Toss shredded chicken in BBQ sauce until coated.
- For crunchy tostadas, bake tortillas at 375°F for 5-7 minutes until golden.
- Assemble by placing BBQ chicken on each tortilla, topping with cheese to melt slightly.
- Add diced tomatoes, lettuce, jalapeños, and avocado as desired.
- Serve immediately; drizzle extra BBQ sauce if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tostada (105g)
- Calories: 287
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 486mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 78mg