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This Irish Potato Nachos recipe is a fun twist on traditional nachos, made with thinly sliced potatoes, crispy bacon, melted cheese and all of your other favorite toppings! They are perfect for watching the big game or a delectable appetizer at your next party.
I was watching Food Network a couple of years ago, and the entire show was devoted to Irish Pub Foods. Boy did that catch my attention! On one of their many stops across the country they visited a pub that served Irish Nachos, and I have been wanting to make them ever since!
I cannot remember which show that I was watching, but I do remember that they were made with deep fried potatoes. Since I was trying to avoid frying them, I decide on two different methods to try out. I was originally going to make two separate posts, but changed my mind once I tasted these babies.
Maybe I should explain after we make them!
What are Irish Nachos
Thinly sliced Russet potatoes that are seasoned and baked to crispy perfection. They are then arranged on a a skillet pan or baking sheet and topped with cheddar cheese and large bacon pieces, and baked until the cheese is melted. You then top them with your favorite toppings like Pico de Gallo, Salsa, Guacamole, green onions, sour cream and cilantro.
How to make Irish Potato Nachos
I found some insanely huge potatoes at the store, so I only needed 1 and a 1/2 potatoes.
Wash them, dry them, and slice them into 1/4 inch rounds.
Place them in a large bowl, and mix with olive oil, rosemary, thyme, sea salt, and black pepper.
Place on a parchment lined or greased baking sheet, and bake at 450 degrees for 20 minutes.
Flip them over, and cook for an additional 20 minutes.
They should be golden brown, and slightly crispy. I used a low-sided skillet, I have no idea what the actual name of the pan is, but it looks like it would be perfect for tortillas. 🙂 Place the potatoes on the skillet, slightly overlapping the edges as you go.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the potatoes.
and the chopped bacon.
return to the oven for 3 to 4 minutes to melt the cheese. Sprinkle green onions and cilantro over the cheese. Serve with Greek yogurt/sour cream and diced tomatoes/Pico de Gallo/Salsa.
I put the Greek yogurt and pico de gallo in the center of the nachos, but you could also serve it on the side. I'm sure they would also be delicious with guacamole, but the grocery store was sold out of guacamole and avocados!!
Now, for option number two. These are what I like to call the "cheater version". I baked up some big, thick, steak fries in a 450 degree oven for 30 minutes (15 minutes on each side). I then covered them with cheese and bacon just like the homemade version.
These are probably closer to what you would get in an actual pub.
Okay, you would not find those in "My" Irish Pub! My issue with this version, is that they tasted like "French fries" with cheese and bacon on top. The homemade version, has a fresher, lighter taste...surprise, surprise! There is a hint of rosemary and thyme that is unexpected, and makes them more special.
Have Leftovers?
- Remove the sour cream and place in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.
- Reheat in a 350 degree oven until the cheese melts, 15 to 20 minutes, or in the microwave for 2 or 3 minutes.
- Serve with fresh sour cream and additional toppings if needed.
Additional appetizer recipes
- Irish Chili Nachos
- Baked Parmesan-Bacon Garlic Potato Wedges
- Pulled Pork Nachos Recipe
- Baked Potato Skins
- Creamy Seafood Nachos
- Puff Pastry Sausage Rolls
Tools used to create these nachos
Ultimately, I did not need two posts, the homemade version is perfect!
Enjoy!
Irish Potato Nachos
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds russet potatoes (cleaned, and sliced 1/4 inch thick)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- .5 teaspoon dried rosemary (crushed)
- .5 teaspoon dried thyme leaves (crushed)
- sea salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 5 slices bacon (cooked and chopped)
- .25 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (plus more for serving)
- .25 cup pico de gallo style salsa (plus more for serving)
- 2 minced green onions
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
- Wash and dry potatoes, leaving skin on.
- Slice potatoes into .25-inch rounds and place in a large bowl.
- Drizzle olive oil, rosemary, and thyme over potatoes. Stir to combine.
- Place potatoes, in a single layer, on a greased baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes, turn over, and continue baking for an additional 20 minutes.
- Remove potatoes from baking sheet and place on a flat-sided cast iron skillet, slightly overlapping the edges.
- Sprinkle with cheese and bacon, and return to the oven for 3 to 4 minutes, or until cheese is completely melted.
- Sprinkle with green onions and cilantro, and serve with Greek yogurt or sour cream and salsa.
Notes
- I put the Greek yogurt and pico de gallo in the center of the nachos, but you could also serve it on the side.
- I'm sure they would also be delicious with guacamole, but the grocery store was sold out of guacamole and avocados!
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says
Ummmm ... I would totally make a meal out of these!! Seriously OMGosh!!!! Love it 🙂
Lisa Johnson says
LOL, I did Jamie. I had these for lunch today! 🙂
tanya says
Now THESE are nachos! They'll stick to your ribs! I'll be thinking of this all day!
Lisa Johnson says
Music to my ears Tanya...thank you! 🙂
Claire @ A Little Claireification says
Ohhhhh yes!! These look amazing. We are a bit addicted to Food Network - especially Diners, Drive Ins & Dives. I must have like 30 different shows recorded at any given time with things I want to make. lol Must make these now too! Pinned!
Lisa Johnson says
I haven't recorded shows in years, they just piled up on me. 😉 Yes, you must make these now, it's a requirement, lol!
marcie says
These are like nacho-style loaded baked potato chips! I love these, Lisa -- what a great idea!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Marcie. 🙂
Seana Turner says
As a good Irish girl, I'm totally thinking this is dinner for "girls night." I might put the potatoes on my silpat so they wouldn't stick...
Lisa Johnson says
LOL, I thought about the silpat AFTER they had already stuck to the pan. Oooh, they would be perfect for "girls night" Seana!
Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama says
I waited tables at an Irish pub in Dublin, OH for over a year. We had the best Irish pub food there! Including Irish nachos. 😉 These look delicious, Lisa! Pinned & sharing!
Lisa Johnson says
Oh how fun Carrie!! I have a slight obsession with Irish pub food, just in case you hadn't noticed. 😉
Mike Reed says
Rusty Bucket perhaps?
Zainab @ Blahnik Baker says
Oh my goodness!! The Irish sure know how to eat their potatoes!! These look amazing and look like the way nachos should always be eaten. So so trying!! Pinned!!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Zainab! 🙂
Allie | Baking a Moment says
Oh. Mah. Gah. I am dying!!! These look amaaaaazing! I want to eat them every day for the rest of my life. 😉
We make oven fries the same way at our house, only we cut them like fries instead of chips. We used to have issues with them sticking to the pan, until we realized that if we misted the pan with non-stick spray, they came loose no prob. I don't know why- you'd think that the olive oil on the potatoes was enough, but I guess not.
Anyhow, I'm loving this recipe & I can't wait to give it a whirl! Hope you have a great weekend, Lisa!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Allie!! I thought the olive oil would be enough, it works with my roasted potatoes. I think I will try a silpat next time and see how that works. I hope you have a great weekend as well. 🙂
Ginnie says
I love potatoes, so these looks so good! Yum. Can't wait to try the recipe:)
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Ginnie. I'm sure you will love them. 🙂
Diane Roark says
Lisa,
Your skillet potatoes look so yummy. I love using my cast iron skillet. Thanks you so much for stopping by and linking up at Saturday Dishes.
I pinned these.
Blessings,
Diane Roark
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Diane. I really need to use my skillet more than I do. 🙂
Jody Cowan says
Wow I'm so glad I found this on Serenity You Sat. Dishes! I know my whole family will love these! I'm going to try them this week end. Did you cook the bacon first? thanks!
Lisa Johnson says
I am very glad you found me as well Jody! Yes, I cooked the bacon separately, then cut it up into pieces. I hope everyone enjoys them! 🙂
Jodee Weiland says
Lisa, these Irish nachos look wonderful...so much better than anything I've seen before. They look truly delicious. What a great idea! Thanks for sharing!
Melanie says
Not only do these look delicious - your photos are amazing as well!
Lisa Johnson says
Awe, thank you so much Melanie! 🙂
Chelsea @chelseasmessyapron says
I saw these on foodgawker earlier this week and was totally drooling. Gorgeous photos and great idea! LOVE! Thanks for linking up to SNF 🙂
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Chelsea! 🙂
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says
I must try these soon! They look so perfect and the photos are stunning!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Ashley! 🙂
Deb@CookingOnTheFrontBurner says
Oh my gosh Lisa! I think I could just eat these for a meal - I'm such a potato fiend.... thanks for sharing this recipe with us at MM tonight! Pinning!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Deb, I did eat them as a meal! You can't go wrong with potatoes covered in cheese and bacon. 😉
Renee @ Two in the Kitchen says
I just love these Lisa!! I used to work at an Irish restaurant years ago and we served something like this! Brought back good memories!!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Renee. 🙂 I'm glad I brought back good memories, and not bad ones, LOL. 🙂
shey says
I love anything potato.
Potato and cheese ..
I am drooling over the pictures.
Happy to Co-host with you
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Shey! 🙂
Adelina Priddis says
Oh yummy! We call these cheese fries around here, but I like the idea of making them in rounds.
Cindy Eikenberg says
Lisa, these look amazing!!!! I totally am going to try these - pinning and sharing!
Kyleigh @ Petite Chouette says
Holy smokes these look so good! And just in time for St Patrick's day. My fiance is English so he doesn't celebrate but I could make these and wear green and he'd never know the difference... Haha!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Kyleigh, and good luck with your plan, lol 😉
Diane Balch says
Now this is what the Irish should be eating while watching soccer.
Lisa Johnson says
I agree!! Thanks Diane. 🙂
Christy@Confessions of a Culinary Diva says
Now this is something I could dig into - they look highly addictive!
Lisa Johnson says
Oh they are Christy!! Thanks so much for stopping by. 🙂
Gloria // Simply Gloria says
You ROCK, Lisa! I love how you were inspired by FNW. Also, loving the whole process you showed of making this amazing potato creation! Sharing on FB... and pinning!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Gloria, you definitely keep my spirits up my friend! 🙂
Chrystal @ YUM eating says
Coming from an Irish heritage I tend to gravitate towards anything with 'Irish' in the title. I have to watch my potato consumption, and boy have I been eating a lot of them this month for recipes over at YUM, but this is certainly something I could see the husband and I sharing one night when I don't really feel like cooking a big meal. Bacon and baking potatoes are easy enough. Beautiful photos too!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Chrystal. I actually did eat them for dinner, they were perfect. 🙂
Jennie @ The Diary of a Real housewife says
WOW! Those look so good! I will have to try!
I am doing a giveaway ($119 value) on my blog and I would love for you to check it out
-Jennie
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Jennie. 🙂
Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life says
We are huge potato lovers here, so I cannot wait to try these! I know my kids will love them! Pinning!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Michelle! 🙂
Lucy says
These look so good!! I'm going to have to try them very, very soon!! Thanks for linking up such wonderful goodies to Saturday Dishes!! Pinning.
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Lucy! 🙂
Rachel @ Bakerita says
These look ridiculously amazing!! I'd love to feature them in my St. Patty's Day Recipe Roundup, if that's okay with you?!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Rachel, that would be awesome! 🙂
Nancherrow says
Utterly brilliant. Forget chips and cheese-for my next party I'm making these! Just pinned and would love for you to share at Fridays Unfolded!
Alison
Nancherrow
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Alison!!
Cindy@Diybeautify says
Oh yummy, these look SOOO good! Popped over from Whimsy Wednesday 🙂
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Cindy!!
Kristi @ My San Francisco Kitchen says
WOWWW these look AMAZING!!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Kristi! 🙂
Beth @ The First Year Blog says
Lisa, I NEED some!! Love your plating and presentation!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Beth! 🙂
Laura@baking in pyjamas says
Those look delicious and very naughty with all the cheese on! Thanks for linking up to Sweet and Savoury Sundays, we'd love for you to link up again with us this weekend!
Marion@Life Tastes Good says
WOW!! I stumbledupon this just now and HAVE to try this! It looks amazing! What a fantastic idea!! Thank you for sharing!! ~Marion
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Marion!! 🙂
Diane Balch says
So glad you shared these nachos with us on Foodie Friday... such a great twist on the nacho idea. Have a fun St. Patty Day.
Noel @ www.mywildkitchen.com says
I made these the other night with Jalapeno Venison Tender Wraps. They were completely amazing. I put a link to your recipe in my post: http://www.mywildkitchen.com/jalapeno-venison-tender-wraps/. Thank for sharing! We thoroughly enjoyed them!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Noel!! I am so glad that you liked them. 🙂
Jaren (Diary of a Recipe Collector) says
This looks so good, and it is so pretty!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Jaren. 🙂
Lisa @ Practically Perfect Home says
Wow, this looks incredible! Pinned! ~Lisa
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Lisa! 🙂
tiffany267 says
Wow awesome and so simple. Thanks for sharing! I could definitely make a vegan version of this recipe, maybe with some grilled tofu? Will have to try it out soon!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Tiffany. 🙂
Teresa Ochoa says
My mouth is watering!!! I could literally eat this every day!!! yummy!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Teresa. 🙂
Adam @ CorrChilled says
Oh wow, these are AMAZING! Like crisps, but chips, but not chips or crisps. So good!
SImplyOldSchoolCookingReese says
Being Irish and all, I'm always looking for something new to do with potatoes. Loved these Irish nachos! Such a great idea!!!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much!!
Roberta @ Mommy Like Whoa says
Yum! I'm going to be making these soon!
Lisa Johnson says
Thanks so much Roberta! 🙂
Christine @ Ciao Veggie says
OOOOH. I live in London where it can be harder to track down the really nice tortilla chips (as in, not just plain Dorito style). But we are spoiled for choice with our taters. What a PERFECT idea!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Christine. I promise, these are much better than Doritos!! 😉
Adrienne says
These are like classy potato skins! Love it! I'm making them right now, and I'm sure they'll be delicious!
On another note: I know you don't personally select the ads that appear on your page, but maybe you could work something out with your ad companies to not have anti-meth campaigns on your food blog. I mean, I support the message, but they're kind of unappetizing.
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Adrienne! I have never seen an anti-meth ad on my site. In fact, there shouldn't be any medical ads on here. I can block them, but only if I can see them and get their code. 🙁 You're right, definitely not appetizing!!
chillibibi says
looks divine, will give a try esp since looks healthier.
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much! 🙂
Corina says
This is a great idea. I love the nachos topping on top of the potatoes. I'd much prefer this to actually using nachos.
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Corina. 🙂
John says
Very tasty looking. Where I come from we wouldn't call these Irish Nachos, just dinner, or lunch, or a hearty snack. Either way, delicious - thanks for sharing!!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much John, you just made my day!!
Glenn says
Garlic powder and dill is good also.
Mine never look as good as yours turned out. 😀
Lisa Johnson says
Thanks for the tip Glenn, I will have to try that next time. 🙂
Elaine says
Love your posts! In Texas, we LOVE potatoes and cheese!! MM MM
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Elaine. 🙂
Melissa says
Just a tip: true Irish nachos are meant to have shredded corned beef on top (instead of ground beef like traditional nachos)
Lisa Johnson says
Oooh, I never even thought about using shredded corned beef! Mine do not have ground beef, they have bacon. 🙂 I would have used Irish bacon, but I can't find it in Iowa!! Thanks for the tip Melissa, maybe next year. 🙂
Phillip || SouthernFATTY.com says
Yes, yes, yesssss! These looks delicious!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Phillip! They taste as delicious as they look. 🙂
Kristen {a Modern Mrs.} says
These look scrumptious! I've bookmarked this recipe and am saving it for football season.... I'm sure the hubs will be mighty pleased!
Ambar says
I love how easy and amazing this recipe is! Thank you!
Tiffany says
That looks delicious! i had irish nachos at a pub in abq. new mexico. Never thought it would be as good as they were. I crave them all the time! So excited to try these out!
Cathie says
I made a version of this:
In bowl: olive oil, chili powder, garlic salt, cilantro, oregano, black pepper
Toppings: cheddar, fresh onion, jalepeno, banana pepper, garlic, black olives, tomatoes, salt, lemon juice, hot sauce
I wouldn't cook the potatoes for as long as you listed in my oven, but thanks for the idea!
Mary says
I've made something very similar to this for years. Though I usually add some roasted garlic to my sour cream. We've always just called them loaded potatoes or loaded fries. I also make Chili potatoes or fries. Same idea, thick sliced potatoes or fries topped with your favorite chili, onion, and shredded cheese.
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Mary. 🙂
Alli @ Cupcake Diaries says
Well this looks nothing short of fabulous! I'm totally trying this as soon as I can. This pregnant lady thanks you!! So glad to have stumbled upon your blog today. I'm excited to follow! 🙂
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Alli, you will love them!! Welcome to my crazy part of the world. 🙂
Anne@Essentially Mom says
What a great appetizer to serve at a party! I love the name "Irish Nachos"!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Anne! 🙂
everythingofcooking says
Lisa, this dish is amazing for its simplicity and lovely taste, i've tried it today! Thank you for sharing!
Renee @ Awesome on $20 says
Wow, these look amazing! Brilliant idea.
Leanne says
My local Irish pub makes these with waffle fries and a dollop of soupy refried beans, then cheese, then salsa and sour cream. It's supposed to be an appetizer, but it's a meal for me and my hubby.
Amby Felix says
This looks so amazing. You could eat it for breakfast lunch or dinner too!
Valeria says
These look amazingly delicious!
Jenny says
I've had something similar at a restaurant & they were SOOO good! They called them "Cowboy Nachos" there.
Kim Miller says
Just had to tell you that we're featuring this amazing recipe in our "The Monthly Musing" newsletter at Life in a House of Testosterone for St. Patrick's Day! I cannot wait to try this one out myself!
aimee fauci says
This is beautiful and looks so yummy. Amazing pictures! Linking up from SITS Link UP.
Lisa Johnson says
Thanks so much Aimee, and thanks for stopping by!! 🙂
Cathy@LemonTreeDwelling says
This is one of my FAVORITE recipes of yours! Who doesn't love nachos....and what a fun way to jazz them up for St. Patrick's Day!
Courtney Streeter says
I tried this recipe 3 times before it finally worked. The first two times I burned the potatoes. The third time, I cooked the potatoes at 350 instead of 450 and they came out perfectly. Just a heads up in case anyone runs into the same problem I had.
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you for the heads up Courtney! Ovens cook differently so that might something to do with it. 🙂