Description
Carnitas Nachos are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, perfect for game nights or casual gatherings. These nachos feature crispy tortilla chips topped with succulent carnitas, gooey melted cheese, and a vibrant array of fresh toppings. The combination of flavors and textures creates a deliciously indulgent dish that everyone will love. Easy to customize, Carnitas Nachos are sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz tortilla chips (about 5 cups)
- 2 cups cooked carnitas
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup guacamole
- 1 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 cup salsa (mild or spicy)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Sliced jalapeños (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spread tortilla chips evenly on a lined baking sheet.
- Evenly sprinkle shredded cheese over the chips, followed by the carnitas.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and top with guacamole, salsa, sour cream, jalapeños, and cilantro.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 280g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg