BBQ’d Pork Nachos

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 11
BBQ'd Pork Nachos perfect for a game night snack
in Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups cooked pork , shredded bbq grilled or 1 1/2 cups cooked chicken , grilled
2 cups barbecue sauce
1 can pinto beans , drained and rinsed
1 lime
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
2 medium tomatoes , ripe , roughly chopped
2 pickled jalapeno peppers , chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro , loosely packed , roughly chopped , plus additional for garnish
7 ounces white corn tortilla chips
1/3 cup sour cream , plus additional
sour cream , for garnish
12 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
827
Sugar
24g
Fat
52g
BBQ'd Pork Nachos are a fun and easy twist on the classic nacho recipe. The addition of barbecued pork or chicken adds a smoky, tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with the cheesy, crunchy nachos. This snack is perfect for a game night or a casual get-together with friends and family. It is also easy to customize to your personal taste by adding or removing ingredients as desired.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2.In a saucepan, heat barbecue sauce, cajun seasoning, and pinto beans until warmed through.
3.Layer corn tortilla chips into a 9” x 13” baking dish.
4.Cover with half the BBQ sauce mixture and half of the shredded cheese.
5.Add another layer of tortilla chips, and cover with remaining BBQ sauce and cheese.
6.Bake for 10-12 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
7.Remove from oven and top with cooked pork or chicken, tomatoes, jalapenos, cilantro, and sour cream.
8.Serve immediately.

PROS

BBQ’d Pork Nachos are a delicious and crowd-pleasing snack, perfect for game nights and parties.

The combination of smoky, tangy barbecue sauce and melty cheese is irresistible.

CONS

This snack is high in calories, fat, and sodium, making it an occasional treat rather than an everyday snack.

It is not recommended for those on a low-calorie or low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite not being the healthiest snack option, pork nachos do have some nutritional benefits.
Pork is a good source of protein, zinc, and vitamin B12, while the tomatoes in the recipe provide vitamin C.
Beans are also a good source of fiber, which can help to regulate blood sugar levels.

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