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Savory Sheet Pan Nachos with Pulled Pork

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These savory sheet pan nachos feature a melty blanket of cheese over crispy tortilla chips, topped with juicy pulled pork and tangy pickled red onions. Perfect for parties or casual nights, they deliver bold textures and flavors in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • Tortilla chips (sturdy, thick-cut)
  • Pulled pork (leftover or homemade, shredded)
  • Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Pickled red onion (thinly sliced red onion, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, black pepper)
  • Black beans (rinsed and drained, optional, about 1 cup / 6 oz)
  • Jalapeños (fresh or pickled, sliced thin)
  • Chopped fresh cilantro
  • Sour cream (for serving)
  • BBQ sauce (about ½ cup, smoky and slightly sweet)
  • Spices for pork (smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pickled red onions: Thinly slice one medium red onion. In a small bowl, mix ½ cup apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of black pepper until sugar dissolves. Add onions and toss to coat. Let sit at room temperature, tossing occasionally.
  2. Warm and season the pulled pork: Shred pork finely and mix with ½ cup BBQ sauce. If making pork fresh, season shredded pork with smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
  3. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  4. Layer the nachos on a large rimmed baking sheet: Spread an even layer of tortilla chips. Scatter black beans evenly. Sprinkle half of the cheese blend over the chips. Distribute pulled pork evenly, then sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  5. Bake the nachos for 10-15 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles and chips are crisp but not overly browned.
  6. Remove from oven. Spoon pickled red onions over the top, scatter sliced jalapeños and chopped cilantro. Serve immediately with sour cream on the side.

Notes

Use sturdy, thick-cut tortilla chips to prevent sogginess. Layer toppings thoughtfully to keep chips crisp. Quick-pickle onions ahead for best flavor. Baking on a wire rack helps maintain chip crispness. Avoid overloading toppings. Reheat leftovers in oven at 350°F for 8-10 minutes to revive crispness; avoid microwaving.

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