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.
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.
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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!