Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Nachos

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Make incredible Pulled Pork Nachos with this easy slow cooker recipe! Tender, smoky pork over crispy tortilla chips with all your favorite toppings — perfect for game day entertaining and family dinners!

A plate of pulled pork nachos topped with diced tomatoes, melted cheese, and drizzled with a white sauce, served on a white plate. Another plate of nachos is visible in the background.

👩‍🍳 Season a pork roast, let it cook low and slow, then shred it into succulent perfection. The result? Restaurant-quality pulled pork that transforms ordinary nachos into a feast!

My 2 Best Tips For Making Pulled Pork Nachos
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Nachos Recipe
How To Make Pulled Pork Nachos
Recipe FAQs
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My 2 Best Tips For Making Pulled Pork Nachos

Choose the Right Pork Cut: Pork shoulder or Boston butt has the perfect fat content for shredding. For easy shredding, let the pork rest for 10 minutes after cooking and then use two large forks to shred against the grain. This creates the perfect pulled texture that holds seasonings beautifully.

Don’t Skip the Liquid: That chicken broth isn’t just for flavor – it creates steam that keeps the meat incredibly tender. Save some of the cooking liquid to keep leftover pork moist.

🩷 Melissa

I’ve never met anyone who doesn’t get excited about loaded nachos. This recipe consistently earns rave reviews from kids and adults alike – it’s comfort food magic!

A single pork roast feeds a crowd, making this recipe perfect for large families or entertaining without breaking the bank.

Make a big batch on Sunday and enjoy pulled pork nachos, sandwiches, and bowls all week long. The flavors actually improve after a day or two in the refrigerator!

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By: Melissa Griffiths

Prep: 15

Cook: 4

Total: 4 15

Servings:

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Ingredients

Instructions

Add the pork roast to your slow cooker. Pour the chicken broth over the roast and then add the rest of the ingredients to the pot.
Rub the spices over the roast and then cook your roast on high heat for 3-4 hours (or on low for about 6 hours).
Remove the pork from the slow cooker and use two large forks to shred it.
Serve your shredded pork over tortilla chips along with your favorite nacho toppings.

Notes

Slow Cooker Size: 4-quart

Recipe Variations & Substitutions:

We really liked the smokey flavor of smoked paprika; however, it definitely isn’t necessary. It will elevate the flavor of your pork a little bit, but regular paprika will work just as well.
If you have a higher spice tolerance then you can add a few drops of tabasco sauce to the slow cooker. You can also add 2 teaspoons of cayenne chili powder.
If you have fresh garlic then you can use 2-3 cloves of minced garlic instead of garlic powder.

Serving Suggestions: Some of my family’s favorite nacho toppings to pair with this shredded pork include cilantro lime crema, sliced jalapenos, pico de gallo, etc.

Storing & Reheating:

You can store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. While you don’t need to reserve all of the liquid from the slow cooker, you will want to save a little bit to help keep the pork from drying out.
Reheat a plate of leftover shredded pork in the microwave for about 45 seconds.

Nutrition

Calories: 410kcal, Carbohydrates: 2g, Protein: 68g, Fat: 13g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 192mg, Sodium: 776mg, Potassium: 1187mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 0.4g, Vitamin A: 725IU, Vitamin C: 0.1mg, Calcium: 24mg, Iron: 2mg

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How To Make Pulled Pork Nachos

Raw pork shoulder on a white plate surrounded by small bowls of apple cider vinegar, paprika, salt, pepper, chili powder, and garlic powder—perfect for preparing flavorful pulled pork nachos on a white marble surface.

Step 1: Add the pork roast to your slow cooker. Pour the chicken broth over the roast and then add the rest of the ingredients to the pot.

Raw pork roast topped with spices like paprika and garlic powder, ready in a black slow cooker on a white marble surface—perfect for making flavorful pulled pork nachos.

Step 2: Rub the spices over the roast and then cook your roast on high heat for 3-4 hours (or on low for about 6 hours).

Shredded pork in a black slow cooker sits on a white marble surface, ready to be the star ingredient for delicious pulled pork nachos.

Step 3: Remove the pork from the slow cooker and use two large forks to shred it.

A plate of pulled pork nachos topped with diced tomatoes, crumbled cheese, and drizzled with a creamy white sauce sits on a white plate next to a fork and a green checkered napkin.

Step 4: Serve your shredded pork over tortilla chips along with your favorite nacho toppings.

Recipe FAQs

Can I use a different cut of pork for this recipe?

Sure! Pork shoulder, Boston butt, or pork butt all work wonderfully. Look for cuts with good marbling – the fat keeps the meat moist and adds incredible flavor during the long cooking process.

Can I make this recipe in an Instant Pot instead?

Yes! Use the same ingredients but cook on high pressure for 90 minutes with natural release. The texture will be slightly different but equally delicious.

How far ahead can I make the pulled pork?

The pulled pork actually improves in flavor when made 1-2 days ahead! Store it in the refrigerator with some cooking liquid, then gently reheat when ready to serve.