Originally, I made this pulled pork queso to use up leftovers from a weekend cookout, and honestly, it’s become one of those recipes I find myself making again and again. There’s something about warm, creamy cheese mixed with tender pulled pork that just works, whether you’re watching the game, hosting friends, or honestly just having a regular Tuesday night. It’s the kind of dip that disappears fast, so fair warning—you might want to make extra.
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Easy Pulled Pork Queso
This is one of those recipes that works for just about anything—game day spreads, tailgate parties, backyard cookouts, or even a camping trip if you’re feeling ambitious. The combination of melted cheese and pulled pork is hard to beat, and it’s the kind of dish people always go back for seconds on. Serve it with tortilla chips, and you’re pretty much guaranteed to have a crowd-pleaser on your hands.
What You Need for Pulled Pork Queso
- Leftover pulled pork
- Cream Cheese
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- Shredded Mozzarella
- Sour Cream
- Your Favorite BBQ Sauce
- Garlic Cloves
- Jalapenos
- Medium Bowl
- Airtight Container
- Aluminum foil
- Cast Iron Skillet/Baking Dish
How to Make Pulled Pork Queso
Step 1: Prepare The Pulled Pork
Preheat the oven to a high 350°F. Transfer your pulled pork to a large bowl and begin breaking the pork apart into even chunks.
Tip: This part is particularly important if you have leftover pulled pork that has been refrigerated. Long and bulky bits of pork aren’t dip-friendly!
Step 2: Add The Other Ingredients
Add softened cream cheese, sour cream, BBQ sauce, garlic, and shredded cheddar and combine.
Transfer the pulled pork dip to a cast-iron skillet or round baking dish, smooth the surface, and top with mozzarella cheese and minced jalapenos.
Note: This is the part where you can get creative. Why not add some black beans or sweet corn? Top with green onions or even green chilies for a bit of heat.
Step 3: Bake
Bake the queso at 350°F for roughly 25-30 minutes. The dip should be hot all the way through, and the edges should start to brown.
Then broil the dip at 450°F for 2-3 minutes or until the mozzarella has completely melted and bubbled. Just make sure you watch carefully, as it can go from great to bad in a hurry!
Note: If the queso has browned before heating through. Lower the oven temperature and cover it with foil.
Step 4: Serve The Queso
Remove from the oven and serve with tortilla chips, crackers, sliced baguette, pita chips, or veggies!
This is the second part to stimulate that creative mind! Just ask yourself a key question… What do you enjoy dipping into delicious, gooey cheese?
The answer: Everything and anything!
What Temperature To Smoke The Queso?
You need to cook the queso at 350°F in the oven. This higher temperature will heat the cheese consistently and help you get the right consistency! We want those picture-perfect cheese strings!
How Long To Cook The Queso Dip?
The queso will take around 30 minutes to heat through and start browning. Broiling the top will only take a couple of minutes! Roughly 40 minutes to cook your queso dip!
The Signs To Know Your Queso Is Ready
The queso should be bubbling and have a slightly brown top/sides. The bubbles show it has heated through. The browning on top and the sides is the Maillard reaction.
How To Store Leftovers
Leftover queso can be transferred to an airtight container and refrigerated for up to 3 days. We don’t recommend freezing the queso, as the cheese’s moisture will crystallize.
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Looking for More Game Day Recipes?
Here are some of my favourite recipes for the Super Bowl. Here are some more of my favourites.
- Crispy Smoked Chicken Wings
- Pulled Pork Cakes
- Flatbread Topped With Pulled Pork
- Brisket Nachos
- Shotgun Shells
More Appetizers to Go With Queso
Grilled Jalapeno Poppers
Smoked Jalapeno Poppers
Duck Jalapeno Poppers
Smashed Meatball Sliders
Smoked Onion Bombs
Pulled Pork Queso Dip
Equipment
- Medium bowl
- Airtight container
- Aluminum foil
- Cast Iron Skillet/Baking Dish
Ingredients
- 2 cups leftover pulled pork
- 8 oz block cream cheese room temperature
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup your favourite BBQ sauce
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 jalapeno minced
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat The Oven
- Preheat the oven to a high 350°F.
Step 2: Prepare The Pulled Pork
- Transfer your pulled pork to a large bowl and begin breaking the pork apart into even chunks.
Step 3: Add The Other Ingredients
- Add softened cream cheese, sour cream, BBQ sauce, garlic, and shredded cheddar.
- Beat well until combined.
- Transfer the pulled pork dip to a cast iron skillet or round baking dish, smooth the surface, and top with mozzarella cheese and minced jalapenos.
Step 4: Bake The 3 Cheese Queso
- Bake the queso at 350°F for roughly 25-30 minutes. The dip should be hot all the way through and the edges should start to brown.
- Just make sure you watch carefully as it can go from great to bad in a hurry!
Step 5: Serve The 3 Cheese Queso
- Remove from the oven and serve with tortilla chips, crackers, sliced baguette, pita chips, or veggies!
Smoke On!
Charlie
Author: Charlie Reeves
Hi, I’m Charlie, I have been meat-smoking and grilling for the past 15 years. I have an array of different smokers, thermometers, and have a love for finding the right wood and charcoal combo My favourite recipes are my EXTRA CRISPY smoked pork belly, juicy pulled pork, smoked brisket, duck poppers, and ANY SEAFOOD I grill).
I loves sharing his tips with beginners, helping them navigate the world of smoking. I find it’s not just about cooking; it’s a quest for that perfect smoky flavor.
You will usually find me playing with the kids, perfecting my brisket bark, or sipping beers with boys around the fire. Can’t wait to share all my delicious smoking and grilling recipes with you!
You can read more about me on our About Us page.
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