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Pulled Pork Chili

Name: Pulled Pork Chili
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 2 cups leftover pulled pork; 1 Tablespoon olive oil; 2 cans petite diced tomatoes ((14.5 oz each)); 15 ounces corn (drained); 15.5 ounces chili beans; 1 Tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon sweet and smokey rub; 1 cup beef broth; Additional toppings; crushed chips, shredded cheese, sour cream, avocados etc

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By: the Evinks27 Comments

Posted: 11/25/24

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Pulled Pork Chili is the perfect recipe to use it up leftover pulled pork! This chili recipe is hearty, delicious and so easy to make. You’ll have it on the table for dinner in 30 minutes. The perfect weeknight meal. It’s loaded with flavor from pulled pork, diced tomatoes, chili beans, chili powder, cumin and onions!

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This chili is super easy because I use leftover pulled pork from my favorite smoked pork butt. Then toss it in my favorite dutch oven and let it simmer with a few spices and other ingredients. It’s the perfect hearty dinner for cold nights!

When I checked my freezer for pulled pork I found some leftover spiral ham with honey glaze and smoked brined turkey. Good thing we love to repurpose leftovers!

Anyway, I was looking at that leftover pulled pork and thought hmmm — pulled pork chili, now that sounds delicious! Another great recipe using pulled pork are these easy pulled pork taquitos!

Why You’ll Love Leftover Pulled Pork Chili

There’s nothing like warming up with a big bowl of hearty chili. I always like to change things up and this delicious pulled pork chili is a nice change on my regular one!
Reduce food waste and repurpose your leftovers with this really easy recipe. Don’t let pulled pork go bad again!
It only takes 30 minutes to make this chili, then you can dish it out and serve!

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Ingredients for Pulled Pork Chili

Leftover pulled pork – This is seriously the best way to repurpose leftover pulled pork.
Diced tomatoes – Grab a can of diced tomatoes or even dice up some, fresh, ripe tomatoes.
Corn – Canned corn and frozen corn both work. You can even remove the kernels off of smoked corn on the cob for an extra smoky flavor.
Chili beans – An easy way to add loads of flavor to a simple chili recipe.
Beef broth – Chicken broth works in this pulled pork chili recipe too.
Olive oil – Use olive oil or another high heat oil to reheat the leftover pulled pork before adding in the rest of the chili ingredients.
Seasonings – Use this combo of seasonings to make a big batch of pulled pork chili:
- chili powder
- cumin
- sweet and smokey rub

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How to Make Pulled Pork Chili

Heat olive oil in a large heavy bottom pot or dutch oven over medium heat.

Add leftover pork in a single layer and sauté for 4-5 minutes until crispy on the bottom side.

Add the remaining ingredients, stir to combine and then bring to a boil. Reduce heat and then simmer for about 15-20 minutes.

Scoop into bowls, add toppings, then serve and enjoy!

Can I make Pulled Pork Chili in the Crock Pot?

Yes! You can throw all of the ingredients for pulled pork chili in the Crock Pot on low for the day to simmer and meld the flavors together and come home to an amazing dinner!

Double it and freeze half of the chili for another night!

How to Store Leftover Pulled Pork Chili

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container. When properly stored it will last 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator.

You can also freeze chili in air tight containers or resealable bags. If you use a container make sure there is enough room for expansion as the chili freezers.

When using resealable freezer bags make sure to squeeze as much air out of the bag as possible when you seal it.

Toppings for Pulled Pork Chili

There are loads of fun toppings to add to this yummy chili recipe. Here’s a few of our favorites:

crushed corn chips
shredded cheddar cheese
sour cream
avocados
sliced jalapeno peppers
fresh cilantro
salsa
diced red onion
green chiles

Can you use pulled pork in chili?

You can absolutely use pulled pork in chili! The most traditional option is ground beef, but many people have created variations on this delicious dish. Smoked brisket chili is one fun option, but this pork variation is also so yummy! You can also use meat like ground turkey or ground chicken in your chili.

Repurposing pulled pork in chili makes for a hearty bowl of soup. This is a great “stick-to-your-ribs” kind of meal that is loaded with flavor.

What to Serve with Pulled Pork Chili

Chili goes really well with some fresh cornbread and some dinner rolls on the smoker would be great too. You can also make some fluffy breadsticks to dunk in the chili.

A side of smoked mac and cheese or mashed potatoes would also go well with this pulled pork chili. So many delicious options to serve with this hearty chili!

Pro Tips for the Best Pulled Pork Chili

If you have more than 2 cups of leftover pulled pork, just add a bit extra of each ingredient to make a larger batch of chili.
To serve this at a party, keep it warm in a slow cooker or an Instant Pot on the keep warm function.
Make sure you shred the pulled pork into small chunks so that it can be evenly incorporated throughout the chili.

Pulled Pork Chili loaded with toppings in small cup

Leftover pulled pork chili is a great way to repurpose that tasty pork that is sitting in your fridge!

Other Uses for Leftover Pulled Pork!

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