Food and Recipes Meat Pork and Ham 25 Easy Leftover Pork Recipes To Carry You Through The Week By Southern Living Editors Southern Living Editors Since 1966, the editors of Southern Living have been carrying out the mission of the brand: to bring enjoyment, fulfillment, and inspiration to our readers by celebrating life in the South. We inspire creativity in their homes, their kitchens, their gardens, and their personal style. We are a friend they can trust, a guide to the seasons, a helping hand during the holidays, and a relentless champion of the Southern way of life. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on November 9, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Antonis Achilleos Others may just see a Tupperware of leftover pork, but we see a world of delicious possibilities. Pork, known for its speedy cooking time, is a great alternative to chicken or beef for a big family meal. The best part is that it can be prepared in so many different ways—from roasted on a sheet pan to smoked or slow-cooked, the ways to cook pork are endless. If you've cooked a big meal and want some extra meat to carry you through the week, try giving your leftover pork new life with these delicious recipes. Leftovers don't have to be bland—the proof? All of these creative dishes start with scraps. Transform your leftovers into something entirely new with these clever recipes. Whether you're looking for a new soup to cozy up to in the winter (try our Green Chile Pork Stew) or a quick snack during the week (let us introduce you to Pulled Pork Nachos), you can have your pick with these tasty and savory ways to use leftover pork. From leftover pork chop recipes to new ways with extra tenderloin, these scrappy recipes help you reduce food waste and stretch out that cut of meat. 01 of 25 Quesadillas al Pastor Skyler Burt Pineapple, red onion, and smoked pork come together in this flavorful quesadilla recipe the whole family will love. 02 of 25 Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Christine Keely This easy recipe is a two-for-one Southern delight. Smoked pork and rich macaroni create a memorable dish you'll make again and again. 03 of 25 Instant Pot Pulled Pork Chili Photographer: Jennifer Causey Food Stylist: Melissa Gray Prop Stylist: Kay Clarke Let the instant pot do with work in this irresistibly delicious pulled pork chili. 04 of 25 Grit Cakes with Pork Grillades Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis Crunchy grit cakes serve as a hearty base for savory pork stew in this simple yet tasty recipe. 05 of 25 Carolina Pulled Pork Sandwiches Greg DuPree Homemade Carolina-style vinegar sauce makes this pulled pork sandwich the ultimate game-day recipe. 06 of 25 Pork Tenderloin Sliders Hector Sanchez; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller With leftovers, it's never been easier to make Pork Tenderloin Sliders for lunch. 07 of 25 Smoked-Pork-Stuffed Pasta Shells Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall Weeknight dinner just got a whole lot easier with this cheesy pork pasta bake. 08 of 25 Smoked Pork Butt Sandwich Southern Living Tangy BBQ and coleslaw makes the ultimate savory combination into a one-of-a-kind sandwich. 09 of 25 Pork Chili Verde Hector M Sanchez Cozy on up to this Mexican infused pork chili. 10 of 25 Caramelized Onion, Spinach, and Pork Strata Photo: Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Torie Cox; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke Pork for breakfast? Sign us up! Pork, caramelized onion, and spinach unite to create the creamiest breakfast casserole. 11 of 25 Pork Carnitas Nachos Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell The perfect light appetizer to serve at tailgate parties or neighborhood gatherings. 12 of 25 Pork-and-Farro Bowl with Warm Brussels Sprouts-Fennel Salad Greg DuPree; Prop Styling: Mindi Shapiro Levine; Food Styling: Torie Cox This healthy and fulfilling meal is made for the winter months. 13 of 25 Italian-Style Grits and Greens with Pulled Pork and Mushrooms Jennifer Causey; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch Stelling; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall Pulled pork rests on top of creamy grits to create the most delicious breakfast. 14 of 25 Slow-Cooker Pork Tacos with Fresh Tomato Salsa Greg Dupree These tasty slow-cooker tacos have us convinced that every day should be taco day. 15 of 25 Pork and Bok Choy Stir-Fry Hector Manuel Sanchez Take your leftover pork tenderloin and create this easy stir-fry dish. 16 of 25 Green Chile Pork Stew Southern Living Cook up a big batch of this savory pork stew and store the leftovers in the freezer for an easy weeknight meal. 17 of 25 BBQ Pork Loaded Baked Potatoes Greg DuPree Pork filled potatoes transforms this simple side into a fulfilling meal. 18 of 25 Petite Sweet Potato Biscuits with Pulled Pork and Slaw Hector Manuel Sanchez We created savory bite-sized snacks out of biscuits and pulled pork. 19 of 25 Southwest Pork Stew Alison Miksch To make this stew even easier, pick up pulled pork from your favorite BBQ joint. 20 of 25 Slow-Cooker Pork Tacos Al Pastor with All the Fixings Greg Dupree Pork serves as the main feature in this fully stocked taco bar. 21 of 25 Pulled Pork Nachos Antonis Achilleos These Pulled Pork Nachos are packed with fresh ingredients like avocado, corn, and tomatoes to create the easiest tailgate food ever. 22 of 25 Split-Top Mini Barbecue Sandwiches Photographer: Alison Miksch / Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn / Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman Load up some soft and sweet Hawaiian rolls with leftover pulled pork. With the pork simmered in a spicy and smoky chipotle sauce, no one will ever know these sandwiches were made from leftovers. 23 of 25 Pork Noodle Bowls Iain Bagwell; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham Pair shredded pork with rice noodles and a flavorful broth for a warm bowl of comfort perfect for a winter night. 24 of 25 Chalupa Dinner Bowl Charles Walton IV Infuse leftover pork with extra flavor, slow cooking it with green chiles, lots of spices, and pinto beans for a hearty dinner that is anything but boring. 25 of 25 Pork Fried Rice Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Buffy Hargett Loaded with leftover pork, this fried rice is both filling and thanks to the green onions, soy sauce, and sesame oil, extra flavorful. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit