Easy Pulled Pork Nachos

Pulled pork nachos on a aluminum foil covered baking sheet.

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My pulled pork nachos are a crowd pleaser, perfect for any game-day gathering or party. My recipe is one of my favorite ways to use leftover pulled pork, and it can easily be customized with everyone’s favorite toppings. Best of all, it only takes 20 minutes to prepare!

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Appetizers, Dinner Recipes

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 760kcal

Author: Samantha Erb

Ingredients

1 pound tortilla chips
2 cups pulled pork
1½ cups shredded Mexican cheese or a mix of Chihuahua and Monterey Jack cheese
½ cup onion diced
½ cup sliced pickled jalapeños
15 ounces nacho cheese sauce
2-3 tablespoons barbecue sauce or more to taste
fresh cilantro chopped (optional, for topping)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Spread the tortilla chips evenly over the baking sheet. Sprinkle the shredded Mexican cheese evenly over the chips.
Warm the pulled pork and drain off any excess liquid, then spoon it evenly over the cheesy chips, spreading it out so every bite gets some pork.
Pour the nacho cheese sauce into a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, then stir. Continue heating in 20–30 second intervals, stirring each time, until it’s smooth and pourable.
Drizzle the warm nacho cheese sauce evenly over the nachos. Scatter the diced onions and sliced pickled jalapeños evenly over the top. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the shredded cheese is melted.
Remove the nachos from the oven carefully. Drizzle with barbecue sauce and sprinkle with fresh cilantro (if you are using it). Let cool for about 1 minute before serving, the cheese will be very hot!

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Notes

Line the baking tray with foil for easy cleanup!
Use freshly grated cheese for the smoothest melt. Pre-shredded cheese doesn’t melt quite as well.
Warm the pork before layering it so it heats evenly.
For a deeper flavor, toss the pork in some BBQ seasoning.
Broiling the nachos for just 1 minute will turn the cheese a beautiful golden color and enhance its appearance.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Reheat leftovers on a baking sheet in the oven at 350 degrees F for 5 to 8 minutes, then broil for 1 minute to crisp them back up. The air fryer at 350 degrees F for a few minutes works too.

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