Cheesy Baked Irish Nachos
These Irish Nachos are made with crispy sliced potatoes loaded with cheese, bacon, and fresh toppings. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day, game day, and an appetizer for a party.
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Instead of tortilla chips, this recipe uses baked potato slices, which makes them hearty and filling. You can serve them as a party snack, a family movie night treat, or even a casual dinner side.
It’s great to serve with mini sliders and soft pretzels with cheese dip.
How to Make Irish Nachos
Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
2. Wash and dry the potatoes, then thinly slice them into rounds.
3. Add potatoes, olive oil, salt, and pepper to a bowl, and stir to coat the potatoes.
4. Wash and slice the jalapenos, and dice the green onions.
5. Grease a baking sheet, and arrange potatoes in a single layer. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until tender.
6. Sprinkle the cheese and bacon bits all over the potatoes, then place under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly.
7. Once potatoes are done, top with jalapenos and green onions.
Serve & Enjoy!
Serve with pico de gallo and sour cream.
Important Recipe Notes
- Slice the potatoes thinly and evenly so they cook at the same time.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan or the potatoes won’t crisp well. Use two pans if needed.
- For extra crispiness, broil the potatoes for 1–2 minutes before adding the toppings.
- Adjust the jalapeños to your spice level or leave them out for kids.
- Serve right away for the best texture and flavor.
Irish Nachos
Ingredients
- 6 small – medium russet potatoes, washed and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt and pepper
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2.5 oz package bacon pieces
- 2 green onions, diced
- 3 jalapeños ,sliced
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup pico de gallo
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
- Wash and dry the potatoes, then thinly slice them into rounds.
- Add potatoes, olive oil, salt, and pepper to a bowl, and stir to coat the potatoes.
- Wash and slice the jalapenos, and dice the green onions.
- Grease a baking sheet, and arrange potatoes in a single layer. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until tender.
- Sprinkle the cheese and bacon bits all over the potatoes, then place under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly.
- Once potatoes are done, top with jalapenos and green onions.
- Serve with pico de gallo and sour cream. Enjoy!
