Italian Nachos
These Italian Nachos are a delicious twist on the classic, featuring crispy tortilla chips loaded with Italian-inspired toppings like sausage, mozzarella, and marinara sauce. Perfect for sharing during game night or as a fun appetizer!
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Medium skillet
- Wooden spoon
- Small bowl
Ingredients
- 8 oz tortilla chips
- 1 cup marinara sauce warmed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cooked Italian sausage crumbled
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil optional garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread the tortilla chips evenly across the prepared baking sheet.
- In a medium skillet, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned and crumbled, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
- Drizzle warmed marinara sauce evenly over the tortilla chips.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese, cooked sausage, grated Parmesan cheese, black olives, and diced red bell pepper over the chips.
- Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Italian Nachos!
Notes
You can substitute tortilla chips with pita chips for a different base. For added spice, include a sprinkle of red chili flakes on top before baking.