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    Loaded BBQ Pulled Pork Nachos

    Published: Feb 7, 2020 by Alyssa · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These BBQ pulled pork nachos are loaded with extra protein making this appetizer favorite suitable for a main meal. Easy pulled pork, your favorite BBQ sauce, roasted corn, cheese, and more make this dish TOTAL comfort food.

    A sheet pan full of pulled pork nachos ready to serve

    One of my favorite indulgences when I'm out to eat is sharing a plate of nachos with my husband as our main dish. We always add an optional protein to make it a little more substantial and dinner-worthy.

    Lately we've been eating nachos at home more often, especially now that I make a point to remember that it's an excellent choice for using up leftover meat. Well, that and the fact that we moved 2,000 miles away from our very favorite restaurant nachos, but still.

    Since my slow cooker pulled pork makes 10-ish servings, leftover portions frequently make an appearance on nachos. Sometimes it's good to switch up the usual chicken/salsa/guac routine, you know?

    Tortilla chips laid out on a sheet pan topped with cooked pulled pork

    How to make pulled pork nachos

    It all starts with the pork. Slow cooker pulled pork is my first choice for these nachos. Boston butt (or pork shoulder) is rubbed with an easy, homemade spice blend that's so versatile. It's great for BBQ sandwiches, nachos, a pulled pork breakfast bowl, etc.

    The one downside to making pulled pork in the slow cooker is obvious: it's slow. Eight to ten hours slow if you're cooking on the low setting.

    That's why this is such a wonderful recipe for using up leftover pulled pork. It's all cooked and ready to go.

    Psst - if you're in a time crunch, this coffee rubbed Instant Pot pulled pork is another favorite. Just around thirty-five minutes of pressure cook time for this one.

    Roasted corn kernels in a skillet with a spatula

    Another topping I love on nachos is roasted corn. This is definitely a quick/cheater's version, but it gives a regular old can of corn a little oomph.

    Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and then add drained corn kernels. Season them with salt, pepper, and whatever other seasonings you like and then cook for 10-15 minutes, or until toasty to your liking. Stir them up occasionally as they cook so all sides get a chance to develop those little charred spots.

    That's it! This corn is great on tacos (seen here on tempeh tacos), in skillet dishes, on southwestern-style salads, etc., and it couldn't be easier to make. I'm not sure it would be a good fit for BBQ pulled pork tacos, but I've been experimenting with chili lime seasoning on roasted corn and wow. Y-U-M.

    Tortilla chips, pulled pork, corn, and black beans on a sheet pan topped with shredded cheese before going in the oven

    Once you have the cooked pork and the roasted corn, feel free to go off and do your own thing, add leftover odds and ends that you have on hand, etc. Black beans are another ingredient I like to add to homemade nachos as they provide heft and some nutrition.

    Other pulled pork nacho toppings we like:

    • diced onion
    • BBQ sauce
    • cilantro (I think the flavor works just fine with BBQ sauce)
    • sliced jalapenos
    • avocado

    And of course, cheese. Lots of varieties work here! Cheddar, monterey or colby jack, smoked gouda, etc. Use your favorite.

    Baked BBQ pulled pork nachos on a tray topped with jalapeno slices

    More BBQ recipes you might like!

    • For a leaner protein choice, we love these honey BBQ chicken meatballs. Baked but super juicy, they make an awesome sandwich or salad topper.
    • If you're in the market for another quick and easy dinner recipe (who isn't??) BBQ beef tortilla pie uses just FIVE ingredients. Tortillas, ground beef, BBQ sauce, black beans, and cheese.
    • BBQ sauce mixes with ranch dressing for a semi-homemade dressing on this southwestern BBQ steak salad. More roasted corn here!

    A close-up picture of pulled pork nachos on a sheet pan

    A close-up picture of pulled pork nachos on a sheet pan

    Loaded BBQ Pulled Pork Nachos

    This recipe for loaded BBQ pulled pork nachos takes an appetizer favorite and adds extra protein, making them suitable for a main dish all on the their own!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Main Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 6 (estimated)
    Calories: 364kcal
    Author: Alyssa

    Ingredients

    Roasted Corn:

    • 1 15-oz can sweet corn kernels, drained
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • Salt and pepper, to taste

    Nachos:

    • 2 cups cooked pulled pork
    • 6 tablespoon BBQ sauce divided
    • Approximately 35 tortilla chips (really as many as you like)
    • ¼ to ½ onion, diced
    • ½ cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
    • 1 ½ cups shredded cheese, such as cheddar, monterey/colby jack, cheddar, etc.
    • 1 jalapeño pepper, sliced (optional)
    • Chopped cilantro, for serving
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    Instructions

    For the roasted corn:

    • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add drained corn and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until roasted to your liking. Remove from heat.
    • Reheat pulled pork using your preferred method. Combine with ¼ cup of BBQ sauce (4 tablespoons).
    • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a large sheet pan (mine is 13"x18") with parchment paper. Place a layer of tortilla chips evenly on the pan to cover the bottom.
    • Evenly add pulled pork over top of the tortilla chips, then top with ½ cup (or however much you like) of roasted corn, black beans, and diced onion.
    • Scatter shredded cheese evenly over top and then bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and everything is heated throughout.
    • While nachos are in the oven, prep the rest of your ingredients: slice jalapeño, chop avocado, chop cilantro, etc. Once nachos are done, drizzle remaining 2 tablespoon BBQ sauce over top and scatter jalapeño, and cilantro. Serve while warm.

    Notes

    To round out dinner, I like to serve these nachos with a side salad of mixed greens with extra nacho toppings added over top. Think onions, black beans, corn, etc.
    You will have leftover roasted corn, which makes a great addition to salads, tacos, burrito bowls, and more.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 364kcal
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    1. Erin Yaggy says

      April 03, 2022 at 7:03 pm

      5 stars
      This is AMAZING!! We had a crew to feed and random things in my pantry. I searched the idea of BBQ plus nachos and found this recipe. My amazing (also better cook 😉 friend pulled this together for us and not a morsel was left over. One buddy kept shaking her head in admiration for my "chef" friend =) and the credit goes to you, Sequined buddy =)

      Thanks so much for sharing!
      Glitter lover in New Orleans

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      • Alyssa says

        April 05, 2022 at 10:12 pm

        I'm so glad this recipe was a hit for you and your crowd, my glittery friend! Thanks for letting me know how it went. 🙂

        Reply
    2. Ashley says

      October 03, 2015 at 11:14 am

      haha I definitely need to own quick weeknight meals too starting right now! Life is about to get insane with work and family stuff and travel ... I need all the help I can get! These nachos look amazingggg.

      Reply
    3. Danielle says

      October 01, 2015 at 7:36 pm

      Nachos for dinner (or any meal) sounds good to me! Love how quickly these come together, they sound absolutely delicious!

      Reply
    4. marcie says

      September 30, 2015 at 6:56 pm

      I could definitely make a meal out of this! All that smoky, BBQ pork and the corn sound like such delicious toppings!

      Reply
      • Alyssa says

        September 30, 2015 at 8:51 pm

        We dove right in Marcie! It was a nice treat to enjoy as a main meal. 🙂 Thanks!

        Reply
    5. Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says

      September 30, 2015 at 10:58 am

      I would say you're well on your way to being the Weeknight Meal Queen! Nachos for dinner is something we don't have enough -- I'm definitely feeling inspired. Yay for finger food!

      Reply
      • Alyssa says

        September 30, 2015 at 8:53 pm

        Haha why thank you! This was such a fun dinner to make. And eat!

        Reply
    6. Catherine says

      September 30, 2015 at 5:54 am

      Dear Alyssa, this is such a fun idea. Those nachos looks fantastic! xo, Catherine

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      • Alyssa says

        September 30, 2015 at 8:56 pm

        Thank you Catherine! I agree - I love fun (and quick) dinners!

        Reply
    7. Linda @ With A Blast says

      September 30, 2015 at 3:51 am

      My family would love this, Alyssa ! Thanks for sharing !

      Reply
      • Alyssa says

        September 30, 2015 at 9:03 pm

        Thank you Linda! We so enjoyed it. 🙂

        Reply
    8. Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel says

      September 29, 2015 at 3:27 pm

      These look so yummy! I love the idea of using the premade meat-- so simple! And these are perfect for football season 🙂

      Reply
      • Alyssa says

        September 29, 2015 at 10:21 pm

        Thanks Jess! Yesss perfect for football! I think these will be on repeat this fall/winter. 🙂

        Reply
    9. Nostramomous says

      September 29, 2015 at 12:05 pm

      Omg Alyssa nachos for dinner? I must be in heaven. I love your dinner accelerator advice. Great post and photos today!

      Reply
      • Alyssa says

        September 29, 2015 at 10:21 pm

        They're a treat! I love to add extra protein to nachos to justify them as a main meal. 🙂

        Reply
    10. Natalie @ Tastes Lovely says

      September 29, 2015 at 12:02 pm

      No better time to start getting behind quick weeknight meals than the fall/winter. Seems like it is such a busy time with holidays. Loving these nachos! I could eat half that tray, haha!

      Reply
      • Alyssa says

        September 29, 2015 at 10:48 pm

        I agree! I took a look at the calendar for the next few months and was like geez, so busy already! And believe me, once these pictures were taken we dove into that tray haha! Thanks!

        Reply

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