Crispy BBQ Tostadas (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Garnish
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If you’d like, slice up 3 green onions thin for topping
→ Protein
02 -
Grab about 3 cups of shredded chicken, already cooked
→ Sauce
03 -
Split up 1 and a half cups of barbecue sauce for mixing and topping
→ Cheese
04 -
Get 2 cups shredded cheese—cheddar, mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or mix ‘em up
→ Tostada Base
05 -
Place 8 tostada shells or 8 corn tortillas on a tray, brush with olive oil, and bake until they're crunchy, flipping each side for about 3 to 5 minutes
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Once they’re out, drizzle the leftover 1/2 cup barbecue sauce all over. Toss on green onions if you like. You can dig in right away.
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Slide the tray into the oven for 6 to 8 minutes, just until the cheese is gooey and melted up top.
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Pile the barbecue chicken mix onto the shells. Layer about a quarter cup of your cheese on each one.
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Mix your 3 cups of shredded chicken with 1 cup of the barbecue sauce in a bowl. Make sure everything gets saucy and coated well.
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Turn the oven on to 350°F. Lay the tostada shells or ready-baked tortillas in one layer across a couple rimmed baking sheets.
# Additional Tips:
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Want super crispy shells? Try baking corn tortillas brushed with olive oil instead of grabbing store-bought shells.