Description
Loaded Carnitas Nachos are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, featuring a delightful combination of crispy tortilla chips piled high with tender carnitas, gooey cheese, and fresh toppings. Perfect for game day or a cozy gathering, these nachos promise an explosion of flavors in every bite. With customizable options to suit every palate, you’ll love serving this vibrant dish that brings everyone together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz sturdy tortilla chips
- 2 cups slow-cooked carnitas (pork shoulder)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup pico de gallo
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 jalapeño, sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
Instructions
- Prepare carnitas by seasoning pork shoulder with spices and slow-cooking until tender (about 8 hours).
- Shred the cooked pork using two forks and mix with some cooking juices for moisture.
- Preheat the oven to broil. Spread tortilla chips evenly on a baking sheet.
- Layer shredded carnitas over chips followed by Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese.
- Broil for 3 to 5 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Top with pico de gallo, sour cream, sliced jalapeños, and diced avocado before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg