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Loaded Nacho Party Bowl with Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork

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A flavorful and easy-to-make game day snack featuring smoky slow-cooked pulled pork layered with melted cheese, crunchy tortilla chips, and fresh toppings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 pounds pork shoulder (pork butt), trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce (Sweet Baby Ray’s recommended)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 large bag tortilla chips (thicker chips like Tostitos Scoops recommended)
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen and thawed, or canned)
  • 1/2 cup diced red onions
  • 1/2 cup sliced jalapeños (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes or pico de gallo
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 avocado, diced (optional but recommended)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (for topping)
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges (for squeezing)

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork dry with paper towels. Combine smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Rub the spice mix all over the pork.
  2. Place the seasoned pork in the slow cooker. Pour chicken broth or water around the pork. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours until pork is tender and falls apart easily.
  3. Remove pork from cooker and shred using two forks or shredding claws. Discard large fat chunks. Return shredded pork to slow cooker and stir in barbecue sauce. Keep warm on low.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  5. In a large oven-safe bowl or on the baking sheet, spread a layer of tortilla chips. Top with shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, then evenly scatter pulled pork, black beans, corn, diced red onions, and jalapeños.
  6. Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  7. Remove from oven and immediately top with diced tomatoes or pico de gallo, chopped cilantro, and diced avocado. Dollop sour cream or Greek yogurt on top and serve with lime wedges.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

Avoid adding wet ingredients like tomatoes or avocado before baking to keep chips crispy. Use thicker tortilla chips like Tostitos Scoops to prevent sogginess. Slow cook pork low and slow for best tenderness. Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to maintain crispness. For gluten-free, use gluten-free chips and barbecue sauce. For dairy-free, substitute sour cream with coconut yogurt.

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