The food: I’m not one of those people who likes to watch the same movie or read the same book again and again. Likewise, I’m not interested in eating the same meal day after day. My anti-leftover attitude meant I needed to come up with a way to repurpose what remained of the slow-cooker full of pulled pork I made for the two of us recently. Nachos were the tasty and simple solution.
The music: Nachos are a party of flavors and textures, and they are a little rough around the edges. The best musical comparison, in my mind, is Bryan Adams. He’s known for his raspy (dare I say crunchy) voice and crowd-pleasing rock songs. Adams’ 1984 multi-platinum album “Reckless” features some of his biggest hits, including “Summer of ’69,” “Run to You, and “Heaven.” In my opinion, Adams is second only to Neil Young as Canada’s most valuable rock import. I remember jumping on my mom’s bed and playing air guitar to this album when it came out, and not much has changed. Now I dance and sing along while making dinner.
While I bopped around the kitchen to “Reckless,” I loaded up a skillet with tortilla chips, leftover meat, sautéed veggies, and cheddar cheese, then baked it all and topped it with lettuce, tomatoes, and sour cream. The nachos were finished baking as Side 1 ended, then my boyfriend and I gobbled up the meal while watching football. That beats reruns and leftovers any day!
Love Mexican? Try my recipe for healthy Baked Chicken Quesadillas, too.
Pulled Pork Nachos
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp. oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 red pepper, chopped
- 2 cups pulled pork
- 1 tbsp. taco seasoning
- 2 cups tortilla chips
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 1 tbsp. cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 small tomato, diced
- 2 tbsp. sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat and cook onion and pepper until tender. Add pork and seasoning and stir until combined and coated. Remove everything from skillet.
- Line skillet with chips. Top with meat and veggie mix. Spread cheese over the top. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
- Sprinkle nachos with lime juice and top with cilantro, lettuce, tomatoes, and sour cream. Serve immediately.
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Ingredients
- 1 tbsp. oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 red pepper, chopped
- 2 cups pulled pork
- 1 tbsp. taco seasoning
- 2 cups tortilla chips
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 1 tbsp. cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 small tomato, diced
- 2 tbsp. sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat and cook onion and pepper until tender. Add pork and seasoning and stir until combined and coated. Remove everything from skillet.
- Line skillet with chips. Top with meat and veggie mix. Spread cheese over the top. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
- Sprinkle nachos with lime juice and top with cilantro, lettuce, tomatoes, and sour cream. Serve immediately.
This looks so good! I love pulled pork and love the idea of adding it to nachos. I’m co-hosting the Let’s Get Real Friday Party this week, it’s all about healthy eating and living, and would love if you would come share this, and any of your other recipes at http://joylovefood.com/lets-get-real-friday-party-74/
I will do that! Thank you. Becky
I could absolutely eat this for dinner! Pinning and sharing…it’s going on my Facebook page tomorrow too…looking at this is making me hungry!
I really appreciate you sharing it! You are awesome! Becky
Pulled pork nachos are one of my favorite things! I love them so much I can hardly bring myself to eat regular nachos. Beautiful pictures!!
Haha, I understand your feelings! Nachos are my favorite food group 🙂 Thanks for stopping by and commenting. Becky
Two of my favourites! Nachos and Bryan!! Thanks so much for the recipe. Found you on #NiftyThriftySunday. Will follow you on FB!
Thank you for stopping by! I hope you enjoy. Glad to connect. Becky
This looks super yummy, and I love the idea of repurposing left overs, I always cook too much food and end up eating the same thing for days!
Really glad you stopped my blog, because I absolutely love the idea behind yours, can’t wait to see what else you post 😀
Thanks for the kind words and I look forward to learning from each other! Becky
This nachos looks great! I have a soft spot for pulled pork, so pulled pork on nachos is calling my name. “Run to You” is one of my favorite Byran Adams song…possibly on the list of one favorite 80’s songs.
Thank you for reading and commenting … and I agree about “Run to You”! Becky
That looks so yummy! I was going to make pulled pork sliders for the Super Bowl, but now it’s tempting to do it as nachos.
Do both! Make enough for sliders for the Bowl and nachos for dinner the next day when you’re too worn out to really cook 🙂 Thanks for reading and commenting! Becky
I am so glad you stopped by my blog to introduce yourself! I make slow cooker pork frequently, but have never used it for nachos. This looks incredibly tasty! Bryan Adams “Reckless” – Wow, such a great song full of memories!
Thanks for reading and commenting, Angela. I’m excited to read more of your blog and hope we can keep in touch! Becky
Great idea for using up the extra pulled pork! I just happen to be a huge fan of nachos. In fact, I have a Pinterest board dedicated to just that, so I now have this pinned. Looks delicious!
This looks so delicious! I am going to have to make this for everyone. Thanks for sharing
Nachos are my favorite food group! Thanks for pinning and for reading. Glad to have you here! Becky
Thanks! They are super easy. I love nachos and pulled pork are among my favorite kind. Hope you enjoy. Thanks for reading and commenting. Becky
My mouth is watering! Pinned. Oh, and good taste in music!
Thanks so much for the kind words and for stopping by to read and comment. I hope you’ll be back again. I look forward to reading more from you, too. Becky
Those look amazing! I needed a good pulled pork recipe. That was probably one of my all time fave albums…..I wore the cassette tape out listening over and over in my car!
Thank you for the kind words and for stopping by. Bryan Adams is the man! Becky
These look amazing! I’m featuring your pulled pork nachos today at Your Turn To Shine. Thanks so much for linking up with us! I found your blog for the first time through last weeks link party and I love it! Your recipes look amazing and your photography is perfection. Plus your taste is music is pretty awesome too :). Hope you’re having a great week!!
Amy, thank you so much. That means a ton to a brand-new blogger. I’ll be hitting your party later today. Wish I could have gone sooner. Stupid day job gets in the way of all the fun blog stuff! Becky
Just wanted to let you know that this will be a feature tonight at the #FoodieFriDIY party…doing some extra sharing right now. Have a great day!
Thank you so much! It really means a ton for a new blogger to get these features. I so appreciate all you’ve done for me! I’ll be back to the party tonight or tomorrow morning. Becky
Oh sweet mother of God, these look delicious!! I’m pinning for later!
Thanks for linking up with the Best of the Blogosphere!
Thank you for the sweet words and for pinning. I’m glad you stopped by and will definitely be back to your link party! Becky
Any type of nacho, I’m in but … these might just be considered a TOP favorite now ~ YUM! #FoodieFridays
Thanks, Elizabeth. I agree – nachos are one of my favorite food groups 🙂 Checked out your site (love it!) and followed your social sites. Hopefully we can connect on those. Great to “meet” you and look forward to reading more from you! Becky
I seriously cannot even believe your blog is only 2 months old!!! Now I’m really glad I highlighted these dang nachos. I love the concept of tying the music to food so keep it up!
Thank you so much, Shelly. I’m really excited about doing the blog. So much fun!
These look so very appetizing. Followed over from The Life Jolie. Jessy has us both in her weekend line up for the game. My husband is going to love these Pulled Pork Nachos!
What a great recipe! I’m definitely going to have to try Pork nachos! Thanks for joining up with us at the #BestoftheBlogosphere link up. Hope to see you next time!
Thanks, Tina! Glad you made your way here. I checked out your site and followed your social sites (hope we can connect on those). I’m clearly not gluten free, but my mom is so it’s always nice to find things I can make for her. Becky
Thanks, Amber! Just checked out your site (loved it!) and followed your social networks (hope we can connect!). I will be back to the link party for sure. Becky
Thanks Becky! I think I’ve got connected on all social as well. Looking forward to reading more of your Cooking with Vinyl. Love how you pair up the music.
Hello cute lady! I’m loving it. Pinned and tweeted. Thank you so much for partying with us. I hope to see you tonight at 7 pm. We love to party with you! Happy Monday! Lou Lou Girls
This looks awesome! I have a few Boston butts in my freezer. Great inspiration for the leftovers.
Thanks so much for stopping by! I visited your blog and love it. I, too, grump a lot 🙂 I’ve followed your social sites and hope we can connect on those. Look forward to reading more from you! Becky
This looks delicious! Thanks for linking up with “Try a New Recipe Tuesday.” Hope you can join us again this week. http://our4kiddos.blogspot.com/2015/02/try-new-recipe-tuesday-23.html
Thank you so much, Lisa!