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Irish Pub Style Potato Nachos

Feb 1, 2023 · Leave a Comment

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Irish Pub Style Potato Nachos are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer for St. Patrick’s Day or snack night. Crispy potatoes, melted cheese, and your favorite nacho toppings are all piled high to devour.

irish pub style potato nachos with text overlay

Typically, Irish Potato Nachos are thinly sliced potatoes that are fried and then layered with cheese and nacho toppings. I really hate frying foods so I wanted to make a baked version of the Irish Pub Style Potato Nachos. They turned out really delicious and by the time the pan was empty, my family was asking for more!

Who can resist crispy baked potato rounds, melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and other yummy toppings? Not my potato-loving family! We eat our share of potatoes every week!

Table of Contents

  • Irish Pub Style Potato Nachos
  • Are Irish Nachos really Irish?
  • What potatoes are best for potato nachos?
  • What types of cheese should you use for this Irish nachos recipe?
  • What Toppings Should I Put on Irish Nachos?
  • Ingredients
  • How to Make Irish Pub Style Potato Nachos
    • Step 1
    • Step 2
    • Step 3
    • Step 4
    • Step 5
    • Step 6
    • Step 7
  • Tips, Tricks, and FAQs
  • More potato recipes you may enjoy
  • Printable Irish Pub Style Potato Nachos
close up of Baked Irish Pub Style Potato Nachos with toppings on while plate

Irish Pub Style Potato Nachos

Irish pub nachos are loaded up just like regular nachos but instead of tortilla chips, they use crispy fried potato slices! Hello, pass the plate over!

Irish Pub Nachos are just about the best thing ever, in my opinion. Thin sliced baked potatoes, layered with loads of gooey cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon, then topped with any or all of your favorite nacho toppings. We love adding sliced jalapenos, pico de gallo, and sour cream, garnishing with sliced green onions.

So so good!

You’ll make them for game day food, moving watching food, and for St. Patrick’s Day. Not to mention, just because you crave them.

It’s lunch or dinner food too. Just ask my family.

baking tray and plate with Irish Pub Style Potato Nachos

Are Irish Nachos really Irish?

Well, no Irish Nachos aren’t really Irish but they do use the beloved Irish potato! Ha! Irish Pub Style Potato Nachos are really a product from pub owners to serve their patrons. Genius, if you ask me. Whether you are enjoying them in Irish pubs or your favorite sports bar, the potato nachos are truly addicting. A plate of potato nachos and a glass of Guinness while watching the Super Bowl sounds perfect to me.

What potatoes are best for potato nachos?

I like using medium-sized russet potatoes but Yukon gold or red potatoes do well, too.

What types of cheese should you use for this Irish nachos recipe?

I feel a good sharp cheddar cheese has the best flavor for Irish Potato Nachos. It’s also best to shred it fresh from the block. Pre-shredded bagged cheese often includes fillers that prevent it from melting evenly. 

white plate with a serving of Irish Nachos topped with pico de gallo and sour cream

What Toppings Should I Put on Irish Nachos?

Really just about any topping you’d put on traditional nachos are a go for potato nachos. We like to add sharp cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, Pico de Gallo, sour cream, green onions, and jalapeño slices. But, leftover chili or cooked taco seasoned ground beef would be wonderful. Even adding guacamole or black beans sounds amazing. Add whatever your favorite toppings are and you can’t go wrong.

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-ounce package of bacon pieces
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 3 jalapeños, sliced
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup pico de Gallo
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How to Make Irish Pub Style Potato Nachos

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.

Step 2

Wash and dry the potatoes, then thinly slice them into ¼ inch slices.

slice potatoes into thin rounds

Step 3

In a medium bowl, add potato slices, olive oil, salt, and pepper to a bowl. Stir to coat the potatoes.

sliced potatoes and seasonings in clear bowl

Step 4

Wash and slice the jalapenos, and slice the green onions. Set aside.

sliced jalapenos and green onions

Step 5

Arrange potatoes in a single layer onto a prepared sheet pan. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until tender, turning halfway during baking time.

baked potato slices on baking sheet

Step 6

Remove pan from oven, and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and bacon pieces all over the potatoes, then place under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

add bacon pieces over the cheese and potatoes

Step 7

Once the cheese is melted, remove the pan and top potato nachos with sliced jalapenos and green onions. Serve with pico de gallo and a side of sour cream.

Irish nacho with jalapeno slice close up
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add bacon pieces over the cheese and potatoes

Irish Potato Nachos would be a great appetizer to serve at your next party or for the upcoming big game. Serve additional toppings on the side so everyone can customize their potato nachos the way they like.

Tips, Tricks, and FAQs

  • Be sure to slice your potatoes thinly or they will take longer to bake and crisp up in the oven. Using a mandoline will give you an even thickness for every slice, but use caution to not cut your fingers.
  • Sharp cheddar cheese is what I used but pepper jack or habanero cheese is just as delicious and will spice the nachos up even more.
  • Substitute turkey bacon for the bacon crumbles, if you prefer.
  • No potatoes? No problem. Use frozen tater tots, waffle fries, or steak fries to make easy Irish nachos. Baked as directed on the package and then follow this recipe for the rest.
  • Use a sheet of parchment paper on your baking pan for easy clean up.
  • Add a bit of minced garlic or garlic powder to the potatoes with the olive oil.
  • Can these nachos be made ahead? The potato nachos are best served when they’re fresh and hot from the oven.
  • Reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer at 400 degrees for about 10-15 minutes.

This Beef Taco Skillet would make an excellent topping for these Potato Nachos

loaded Irish Potato Nachos on white plate with green striped towel in background

More potato recipes you may enjoy

  • Hasselback Potatoes
  • Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
  • Rosemary Roasted Potato Peelings
  • Oven Roasted Potato Wedges (use these in your potato nachos, too)

Printable Irish Pub Style Potato Nachos

overhead view of pan and plate of Irish Nachos with toppings

Irish Pub Style Potato Nachos

Irish Pub Style Potato Nachos are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer for St. Patrick's Day or snack night. Crispy potatoes, melted cheese, and your favorite nacho toppings all piled high to devour.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cajun mac and cheese, Irish Potato Nachos, Irish Pub Style Potato Nachos, nachos, potato nachos, potatoes, St. Patrick’s Day
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 6 small-medium Russet potatoes, washed, dried, and thinly sliced (¼ inch slices)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 cup freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 ½ ounce package of real bacon pieces
  • 2 green onions
  • 3 jalapeños
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup pico de gallo

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
  • Wash and dry the potatoes, then thinly slice them into ¼ inch rounds.
  • In a medium bowl, add potato slices, olive oil, salt, and pepper to a bowl. Stir to coat the potatoes.
  • Wash and slice the jalapenos, and slice the green onions. Set aside.
  • Arrange potatoes in a single layer. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until tender, turning halfway during baking time.
  • Remove pan from oven, and sprinkle the cheese and bacon bits all over the potatoes, then place under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Once the cheese is melted, remove the pan and top potato nachos with sliced jalapenos and green onions. Serve with pico de gallo and sour cream.

Notes

  • Be sure to slice your potatoes thinly or they will take longer to bake and crisp up in the oven. Using a mandoline will give you an even thickness for every slice, but use caution to not cut your fingers.
  • Sharp cheddar cheese is what I used but pepper jack or habanero cheese is just as delicious and will spice the nachos up even more.
  • No potatoes? No problem. Use frozen tater tots, waffle fries, or steak fries. Baked as directed on the package and then follow this recipe for the rest.
  • Can these nachos be made ahead? The potato nachos are best served when they’re fresh and hot from the oven.
  • Reheat leftovers in the oven at 400 degrees for about 10-15 minutes.

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