Pulled Pork Enchiladas
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Did someone say BBQ Mexican fusion? These pulled pork enchiladas add a rich, smoky spin on classic cheesy enchiladas. Tender BBQ pulled pork is mixed with veggies and cheese, wrapped in a tortilla, slathered with BBQ enchilada sauce, and generously topped with melty, gooey monterrey cheese. The BBQ flavor adds a hickory smokiness that works so well with the enchiladas!
For a more traditional pulled pork enchilada, make these carnitas enchiladas! These green chicken enchiladas are our go-to poultry option.
These pulled pork enchiladas are a delicious marriage of smoky BBQ goodness and traditional Mexican comfort food. Melty cheese bubbles away on top of soft tortillas stuffed with flavorful, tender pork and sautƩed veggies. Serve them up for a cozy family dinner, a casual gathering, or prepped for convenient work lunches for the week!
Ingredients notes
All your usual pulled pork enchilada ingredients are here ā the only difference with this recipe is a little BBQ sauce! Gather these items:
- BBQ pulled pork:Ā To make BBQ pulled pork for enchiladas, use the linked recipe. It's super easy ā the slow cooker does the work for you!
- Enchilada sauce: You can find red or green enchilada sauces ā this recipe works best with a mild red enchilada sauce.
- BBQ sauce: Make your own for a delicious homemade BBQ sauce for pulled pork, or use store-bought.
- Other ingredients: Olive oil, onion, red pepper, frozen corn, monterrey jack cheese, flour tortillas.
How to make pulled pork enchiladas
There are a few steps to these pulled pork enchiladas, but they're all super easy so it only takes 20 minutes of prep time! Let the slow cooker make tender pulled pork for you, sautƩ some veggies, wrap up some tortillas, and throw down some sauce and cheese, and dinner is ready! This is how it's done:
- BBQ pulled pork: Either make your pulled pork or use up leftovers!
- Prep: While the oven heats up, start on your veggies. SautƩ onion and red pepper. Make the BBQ enchilada sauce by simply mixing the enchilada sauce with the barbecue sauce.
- Mix it up: Stir together the pulled pork, sautƩed veggies, corn, and some cheese. Add a bit of the BBQ enchilada sauce on top.
- Assemble: Spread some of the BBQ enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish, then get to wrapping! Divide the pork mixture between the tortillas, wrapping them up, and place seam-side down in the baking dish. Sprinkle cheese all over the top!
- Bake: Pop it in the oven until the cheese has melted and it's bubbly ā enjoy!
What can I do with leftover BBQ pulled pork?
So many things! Using pulled pork made with BBQ sauce infuses your dish with a delicious smoky flavor ā it's also a great way to use up leftover pulled pork and turn it into a totally new meal ā so what else can you make?
Make these easy and delicious BBQ pulled pork sandwiches, add some to a breakfast hash or on an eggs benedict, wrap some up in pulled pork tacos or burritos, make a pulled pork chili, or a pulled pork shepherd's pie! If you've got a big week ahead of you, making a big batch of pulled pork is a great way to keep your evenings easy and your tastebuds happy.
What to serve with pulled pork enchiladas
Pulled pork enchiladas work as a delicious standalone meal ā add a dollop of sour cream and some cilantro! If you want to round it out by serving some veggies on the side, whip up this roasted corn and avocado salad or enjoy with chili lime corn on the cob.
Some guacamole on the side isĀ always a good idea! A side of Mexican rice or sweet potato nachos also work great next to these pulled pork enchiladas.
Recipe FAQs
Can I make pulled pork enchiladas without the BBQ sauce?
Sure! You can simply omit the BBQ sauce from this recipe, or check out our carnitas enchiladas recipe for more traditional pulled pork enchiladas.
How do I store leftover pulled pork enchilada casserole?
If you're lucky enough to have leftovers, you can store them in your fridge. Transfer the pulled pork enchiladas to an airtight container or wrap the baking dish tightly in foil and place it in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven. You can also freeze pulled pork enchiladas for up to 2-3 months.
Can I use another type of cheese?
Sure! Our top pick after monterey jack cheese is cheddar cheese, which has a bold flavor and a gooey texture when melted. It's better to buy a block and grate it at home rather than get pre-grated cheese, as the preservatives in pre-grated packages make it taste less fresh.
Can I make pulled pork enchiladas gluten-free?
To make these gluten-free, use corn tortillas. They have a different texture and a distinct corn flavor and tend to fall apart more than flour tortillas. But if you cannot eat wheat, they make a good substitute. Be sure to double-check all the labels of ingredients in case they have unsuspecting additives, such as the bottle of the BBQ sauce you use in the pulled pork.
Pulled Pork Enchiladas Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 cups bbq pulled porkĀ (see notes)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Ā½ medium onion (minced)
- 1 medium red pepper (minced)
- 2 cup enchilada sauce
- Ā½ cup bbq sauce
- 1 cup Ā Ā frozen corn (thawed)
- 2 cups grated monterrey jack cheese
- 8 6-inch flour tortillas
Instructions
- Start by either making the bbq pulled pork or using leftovers.3 cups bbq pulled porkĀ
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Heat the oil in a medium-sized frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and red pepper and cook for 3-4 minutes, until they soften.1 tablespoon olive oil, Ā½ medium onion, 1 medium red pepper
- In a medium-sized bowl, mix the enchilada sauce with the bbq sauce2 cup enchilada sauce, Ā½ cup bbq sauce
- Add the pulled pork, sauteed veggies, corn, and Ā½ cup of cheese to a large bowl. Pour Ā½ cup of enchilada sauce over top and mix well.1 cup Ā Ā frozen corn
- Spread Ā½ cup of the enchilada sauce in the bottom of a 9Ć11-inch baking dish. Divide the enchilada filling between 8 tortillas ā use Ā½ cup per tortilla. Roll the tortillas up tightly and place them seam-side down in the baking dish.2 cups grated monterrey jack cheese, 8 6-inch flour tortillas
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top and spread it to the edges. Sprinkle the cheese over the top.
- Bake the enchiladas for 25-30 minutes, until the cheese has melted and the enchiladas are bubbly.
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