Carnitas Nachos
Carnitas nachos are layered with crispy tortilla chips, melted cheese, and tender carnitas, then baked until bubbly and topped with favorites like sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.
Servings: 6 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 (11 ounce bag) corn tortilla chips
- 3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 8 ounces prepared carnitas shredded and warmed
- toppings as desired sour cream, salsa, guacamole, jalapenos, diced tomatoes, cilantro, olives
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375℉. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil (for easy cleanup).
- Spread half of the tortilla chips on the baking sheet. Top with half of the cheese and prepared carnitas. Follow with a second layer of tortilla chips, cheese and carnitas.
- Bake for 7-10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Add desired toppings and serve immediately.
Notes
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutritional information does not include toppings.
Nutrition
Calories: 473kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 830mg | Potassium: 147mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 386IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 718mg | Iron: 1mg