Description
Irish Nachos are crispy baked potato slices seasoned with a blend of spices, then loaded with gooey melted cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, jalapeno peppers, tomatoes, sour cream, shallots, and green onions. This savory appetizer combines crispy textures and bold flavors perfect for sharing or snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Seasonings
- 2-3 large russet potatoes, washed, sliced into ⅛-inch thick rounds (about 2 pounds)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Toppings and Garnishes
- 2 cups (226 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 large jalapeno pepper, seeded, diced for garnish
- 2 Roma tomatoes, diced for garnish
- ¼ cup sour cream, for garnish
- 1 medium shallot, diced for garnish
- 2 green onions, diced for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit and line one or two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Seasonings: In a small bowl, combine kosher salt, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper to create a flavorful seasoning blend for the potatoes.
- Coat Potatoes: Place the sliced potato rounds in a large bowl, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle the seasoning mixture over them. Stir well to ensure the potatoes are evenly coated with oil and spices.
- Arrange and Bake Potatoes: Spread the seasoned potato slices out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets without overlapping to allow even cooking. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Flip and Continue Baking: Carefully flip the potato slices over and bake for an additional 9 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- Combine and Add Cheese and Bacon: Remove the baked potatoes from the oven and transfer all potato slices onto one baking sheet. Evenly sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon over the top.
- Melt Cheese: Return the potatoes to the oven for 4 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- Add Garnishes and Serve: Remove from the oven and top the cheesy potatoes with diced jalapeno, Roma tomatoes, sour cream, diced shallots, and green onions. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- To make this recipe in an air fryer, season the potato rounds as directed, place them in the air fryer basket (working in batches if needed), and air fry at 360 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes, flipping every 5 minutes until crispy.
- After air frying, top potatoes with cheese and bacon, then return to the air fryer lined with parchment for 1-2 minutes until cheese melts.
- Use russet potatoes for the best texture and crispiness.
- If you want to reduce salt, use less kosher salt or a salt substitute.
- For a vegetarian version, omit bacon and add extra vegetables or plant-based protein.
- Slice potatoes as evenly as possible for uniform baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
