Pulled Pork Casserole with Tater Tots
I am always looking for easy ways to use up leftovers. Today I have a delicious quick and easy recipe for Leftover Pulled Pork Casserole.
Servings: 6
Calories: 386kcal
Equipment
- large mixing bowl
- 8x8 baking dish
Ingredients
- 2 cups of leftover roast pork shredded or thinly sliced
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 15 oz can black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 bell pepper diced
- 1 4 oz can green chiles
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups frozen tater tots
Topping
- shredded cheddar cheese
- green onions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the 2 cups of leftover roast pork, 1 cup sour cream, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 15 oz can black beans, 1 bell pepper, 1 4 oz can green chiles, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon ground black pepper. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased 8x8-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Arrange the 2 cups frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the pork mixture, covering it completely.
- Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and top with additional shredded cheddar cheese. Bake for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese has melted.
- Allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve garnished with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Use leftover pulled pork or purchase a tub of already prepared pulled pork from the grocery store.
Freshly grated cheese melts more evenly than pre-shredded cheese.
To feed a crowd, double all of the ingredients and bake in a 9x13 casserole dish.
Like it spicy? Add some chopped jalapeno peppers or a dash of hot sauce before baking or serve with a little salsa verde or pico de gallo.
Prefer it mild? Omit the chili powder and green chiles.
Storage: Store any leftover casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days or in the freezer for up to three months.
Remember to label the container with the date and contents so that you are not wondering what this mysterious container in your freezer is months from now.
Frozen leftovers should be defrosted in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
To reheat the leftovers: Individual portions can be reheated in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 386kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 999mg | Potassium: 231mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 1273IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 224mg | Iron: 1mg
