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round white plate loaded high with pulled pork nachos topped with sour cream, jalapenos, tomatoes and red onions. a whole tomato and cilantro can be seen in the background.
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Pulled Pork Nachos Recipe

This mouthwatering Pulled Pork Nachos recipe is deliciously easy and customizable - sure to be a new favorite! The combination of oey-gooey cheese, crispy chips and succulent pulled pork make these nachos a win for game day or tonight’s family dinner!
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine American, Mexican
Keyword pork nachos, pulled pork nachos, pulled pork nachos recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 710kcal
Author Trish - Mom On Timeout

Ingredients

  • 13 ounces tortilla chips
  • 1 cup pinto beans canned pinto beans, rinsed and drained, optional
  • 12 ounces colby jack cheese shredded and divided (can use Monterey Jack, Pepper Jack, Sharp Cheddar, etc.)
  • 2 cups pulled pork
  • 1 jalapeno sliced (seeded if you want it less spicy)

Optional toppings:

  • 2 tablespoons Mexican crema or sour cream thinned with a little lime juice and/or heavy cream
  • 1 to 2 jalapenos sliced
  • ¼ cup cilantro chopped
  • avocado or guacamole
  • pico de gallo
  • red onions chopped
  • olived sliced
  • tomatoes diced

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350˚F. Line a large baking sheet with foil or parchment paper (for easy clean up).
  • Spread the tortilla chips out on the prepared baking sheet. Top with half of the cheese.
    13 ounces tortilla chips, 12 ounces colby jack cheese
  • Evenly spread the pinto beans and pulled pork out on the chips and cheese.
    2 cups pulled pork, 1 cup pinto beans
  • Sprinkle on the rest of the cheese and then top the nachos with the sliced jalapeno.
    12 ounces colby jack cheese, 1 jalapeno
  • Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbling.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool 2-3 minutes before drizzling on the crema mexicana and sprinkling on the cilantro.
    2 tablespoons Mexican crema
  • Serve warm with your choice of extra toppings.
    1 to 2 jalapenos, ¼ cup cilantro, avocado, pico de gallo, red onions, olived, tomatoes
  • Remove the nachos from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Add any desired topping and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

Storage Information
Nachos are always best enjoyed right after being prepared but leftover nachos should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To reheat, cook in the air fryer until warmed through or place in the oven until warmed up.

Nutrition

Calories: 710kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 1035mg | Potassium: 323mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 802IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 515mg | Iron: 3mg