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Published: March 5, 2018 Last Modified: March 24, 2019 By Sara 26 Comments

Irish Nachos

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This recipe for Irish Nachos is potato chips layered with plenty of cheese and toppings. Potato nachos are a simple yet unique snack that’s perfect for parties!

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Irish nachos loaded with cheese, bacon, sour cream, tomatoes and chives.

I think nachos are one of the greatest food inventions. Crispy chips are pretty great on their own, but when you load them up with toppings and put them in the oven they become something magical – the ultimate appetizer!

As much as I love the traditional chips-beans-cheese-salsa flavor combination, I think these Irish nachos are even better. This nachos hack uses potato chips instead of tortilla chips, and I continued the potato theme by topping these nachos with baked potato fixings. Best of all, you can assemble these nachos in minutes!

How to make Irish Nachos

This recipe starts with a bag of kettle cooked potato chips. I use the kettle style chips because they’re sturdier and tend to hold up better underneath all those delicious toppings.

Kettle chips form the base of Irish Nachos.

The chips get placed on a pan and topped with a generous amount of cheese. I used cheddar cheese here, but you could do a combination of cheese if you prefer – mozzarella or pepper jack would be a great addition.

Kettle chips topped with shredded cheese and bacon.

Next up is the bacon – you can cook your own or buy pre-cooked bacon, whichever you prefer! The bacon goes on top of the cheese and the whole pan goes into the oven until the cheese is melted.

Potato chips topped with melted cheese and bacon.

The final step is to add a good sized dollop of sour cream and a sprinkling of fresh tomatoes and chives. Serve these Irish nachos immediately with plenty of napkins!

Irish nachos are potato chips with melted cheese and an assortment of toppings.

I served these nachos at a party, and people absolutely loved them – they taste like a loaded baked potato, except you can eat them with your hands instead of a knife and fork. Irish nachos are sometimes made with roasted potato slices or wedges, but I chose to use the potato chips because it’s less work AND you just can’t get the same crunch from roasted potatoes.

These Irish nachos are great for St. Patrick’s Day, perfect for game day, or just for when you want a hearty and filling snack. It’s a unique offering that will have your guests begging for the recipe!

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Irish nachos loaded with cheese, bacon, sour cream, tomatoes and chives.
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Irish Nachos

This recipe for Irish Nachos is potato chips layered with plenty of cheese and toppings. Potato nachos are a simple yet unique snack that's perfect for parties!
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 475kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 4 cups kettle style potato chips
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup cooked crumbled bacon
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped chives
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup diced tomato

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
  • Place the chips on a sheet pan or in a pie plate.
  • Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the chips, then add the bacon on top of the cheese.
  • Bake for approximately 5 minutes or until cheese is melted,
  • Top with sour cream, tomato and chives and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 475kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 586mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g
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This post has been sponsored by Frito-Lay. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make Dinner at the Zoo possible! This recipe was originally posted on June 6, 2016 and was updated on March 5, 2018 with new content.

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    Comments

    1. Kelly Reci says

      March 5, 2018 at 7:16 pm

      Now this is something I am more than willing to have on St. Patrick’s Day! What a delicious way to celebrate – I am sure my friend (whose mother is from Ireland) would double-approve.

      Reply
    2. brianne says

      March 5, 2018 at 6:12 pm

      I’ve never heard of Irish Nachos before, but these looks so yummy. My mouth is watering now!

      Reply
    3. AnnMarie John says

      March 5, 2018 at 5:16 pm

      5 stars
      Talk about a good recipe for movie night with the family! I think this is going to be a winner right here. Of course, it’s also something good to serve on St. Patty’s Day! Love the mix of flavors!

      Reply
    4. Shell says

      March 5, 2018 at 5:03 pm

      Irish nachos would definitely be a hit around here! I’m going to have to make these.

      Reply
    5. Monica says

      March 5, 2018 at 4:17 pm

      This look sooo good! We’ve always made nachos with tortilla chips but I bet that the potato chips are what make this recipe delicious!

      Reply
    6. Maureen says

      March 5, 2018 at 2:20 pm

      I haven’t ever heard the term Irish Nachos before. These look so good. I must eat them all. I am going to make them, but I will have to try to hold myself back from eating them all instead of sharing 😉

      Reply
    7. Jeanine says

      March 5, 2018 at 2:07 pm

      Yum! These look delicious. I haven’t had nachos in a very long time I could go for some of these right about now!

      Reply
    8. Dogvills says

      March 5, 2018 at 2:07 pm

      5 stars
      I think this would be my family’s new favorite home movie nights snack. It has everything they love! We’ll have this on Saturday. Now to find a good movie all of us will enjoy with this Irish Nachos. 🙂

      Reply
    9. Christie says

      March 5, 2018 at 12:20 pm

      5 stars
      I have never heard of this! It looks absolutely delicious! An ideal snack/appetizer for St. Patrick’s Day.

      Reply
    10. Amy D says

      March 5, 2018 at 12:07 pm

      5 stars
      I have never heard of Irish Nachos. I’ve been missing out on this delicious goodness.

      Reply
    11. Danielle Smith says

      March 5, 2018 at 11:38 am

      5 stars
      I like this different spin on nachos! A perfect snack for St. Patrick’s Day!

      Reply
    12. Stacie says

      March 5, 2018 at 10:44 am

      5 stars
      Well, this is an interesting take on St. Patrick’s Day food! That is one awesome recipe! I can’t wait to make this. Om nom nom.

      Reply
    13. robin rue says

      March 5, 2018 at 10:39 am

      Oh yum! Around here Irish Nachos are made with tater tots and they are SO good. I will have to try them your way!

      Reply
    14. Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers says

      June 9, 2016 at 6:05 am

      Super fun and no-doubt delicious! What a great snack idea 🙂

      Reply
    15. Robyn @ Simply Fresh Dinners says

      June 9, 2016 at 3:59 am

      5 stars
      These would disappear in a hurry, for sure. So easy to put together, too!

      Reply
    16. Greg says

      June 8, 2016 at 4:03 pm

      5 stars
      What a fun snack! Those would be great on a weekend!

      Reply
    17. Chris Scheuer says

      June 8, 2016 at 4:32 am

      Such a fun idea! I’m sure they disappeared in a flash!

      Reply
    18. Debbie says

      June 7, 2016 at 3:47 pm

      What a great easy appetizer with things I usually have on hand! My family loves potato chips!

      Reply
    19. Sam says

      June 7, 2016 at 10:31 am

      5 stars
      Easy enough for me to make for the Warriors play off game! Everyone loves potato chips!

      Reply
    20. Tricia @ Saving room for dessert says

      June 7, 2016 at 12:34 am

      Quick and easy and I bet they disappear in a flash! Great idea Sara – thanks so much 🙂

      Reply
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