Description
Hearty Cheddar Bay Pulled Pork Casserole blends southern comfort with seafood-inspired flavors. Savory layers of tender pork, cheesy biscuit topping, and zesty seasonings create a memorable meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 lb pulled pork
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Sauces and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 (15-ounce) can Ranch Style beans
- 1 (11.36-ounce) package Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit mix
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the baking dish by coating a 9×13-inch pan with nonstick spray and heat the oven to 425°F.
- Create the savory base by mixing pulled pork, barbecue sauce, chili powder, garlic powder, and Ranch beans in a large mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor profile.
- Construct the initial layer by spreading the pulled pork mixture evenly across the bottom of the baking dish, then generously distribute shredded cheddar cheese over the surface.
- Craft the biscuit topping by combining biscuit mix with water and additional cheddar cheese in a separate bowl. Reserve the seasoning packet for later use.
- Distribute the biscuit batter across the cheese layer using a small cookie scoop, then carefully spread the dough to create an even coverage over the pulled pork mixture.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven and bake for approximately 15 minutes, watching for a bubbly texture and golden-brown biscuit topping.
- Finish the dish by whisking melted butter with the reserved seasoning packet, then generously brushing the baked biscuits. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant touch.
Notes
- Make it Spicy: Add jalapeños or cayenne pepper to the pulled pork mixture for an extra kick of heat that will wake up your taste buds.
- Gluten-Free Option: Swap regular biscuit mix with a gluten-free alternative and ensure all other ingredients are gluten-free certified.
- Lighter Version: Use lean pulled pork, low-sodium barbecue sauce, and reduced-fat cheese to create a healthier twist on this comfort dish.
- Meal Prep Friendly: This casserole can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated, then baked just before serving for a convenient weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 486
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 1150 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg