Description
Irish nachos are the ultimate comfort food with a pub-inspired twist. Instead of tortilla chips, thinly sliced potatoes are roasted until golden and crisp, then layered with melted cheese, bacon, and fresh toppings. Every bite is hearty, cheesy, and packed with flavor. Perfect for game days, parties, or family nights, these nachos are a versatile dish you can easily customize with your favorite toppings. Serve them hot and watch them disappear in minutes—they’re always a crowd favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes, sliced into 1/8-inch rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or cheese blend)
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- ½ cup sour cream
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss potato slices with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Spread in a single layer.
- Roast potatoes 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
- Layer potatoes with cheese, bacon, and optional jalapeños. Repeat layers if needed.
- Return to oven and bake 5–7 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.
- Top with sour cream and green onions before serving.
Notes
- Use a mix of cheeses for extra flavor.
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.
- Sweet potatoes add a fun twist if you want something different.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish-American Pub Style
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg