Slow Cooker Pork Carnita “Nachos” – WLS Recipes
Slow Cooker Pork Carnita “Nachos” – WLS Recipes
I’m so excited for Crockpot® season to return!!! This recipe was a huge win for me. My house smelled amazing and it tasted even better. Whether you make the pork and use it as a stand alone protein or use it as a topping for these bell pepper nachos, you will love the sweet and smokey flavor of the slow roasted pork!
Weight-loss surgery patients, take these bites SLOWLY and make sure they are smaaaallllll. Pencil eraser sized bites here. I know you think I’m nut and that it’s too hard but trust me trust me trust me!!! Bite sizes are the key to eating the right amount for your pouch and to feel comfortable after eating such a dense protein. Pair your protein with a non-starchy vegetable such as sweet baby bell peppers but focus on that protein!
Slow Cooker Pork Carnita "Nachos" - WLS Recipes
Ingredients
- 2 lbs lean pork shoulder
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 7 oz can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 10 oz can chicken broth
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1 bag sweet mini peppers
- 1/2 cup 2% shredded cheddar cheese for topping
- 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped for topping
Instructions
- (I recommend using a slow cooker liner bag!) Combine the pork shoulder, garlic, chipotle peppers and sauce, broth, cumin and salt to the slow cooker. Cook on low for 6 hours. Shred pork.
- Preheat the oven to 350. Half bell peppers and remove seeds and ribs. Spread on a baking stone or baking pan. Spread pork over bell peppers and top with cheese. Bake 10 minutes. Remove from oven and top with cilantro.
Hey,
Just made these for lunch. Yummy and satisfying!
Thanks, Steph!
Angele
Wonderful!! Thanks for commenting on how it went!
I can’t do spicy so what would be a good substitute for the chipotle peppers in adobe sauce? I so want to try this recipe.
@Gail I think you could even just skip it! The cumin and garlic will flavor it pretty well but you could always add in some taco seasoning or even oregano for more flavor with less spice.