Spicy, mouth-watering nachos are always a hit, Spicy Italian Nachos are a different version of your favorite treat. Perfect for game day, kids’ snacks, and general entertainment.
Why Spicy Italian Nachos are the best… They’re spicy, easy, kid-friendly, and satisfying!
SPICY ITALIAN NACHOS
- Chips. I used tortilla chips. You can fry wonton wrappers but you can also use pitas cut into wedges or pita chips.
- Protein. I used Italian sausage and pepperoni. You can use any pizza toppings you like. Canadain bacon, chicken, and ground beef would be good choices.
- Toppers. I chopped green and red onion, tomatoes, black olives, and pepperoncini peppers.
- Cheese. Of course, I had to sprinkle on a good helping of mozzarella cheese. You can add your favorite melty cheese.
- Extras. You can also add a big dollop of alfredo sauce.
EASY MEAL PREP
You can prep the ingredients the day or morning before you want to serve them.
- I used tortilla chips. You can also fry wonton wrappers. If you choose to use wontons, you can cook them, when they’re cool, place them in an airtight container on the countertop.
- Next, cook the sausage, drain, and seal in an airtight container and refrigerate.
- Cut all veggie toppings and store them in separate baggies in the refrigerator.
To assemble, place your chips in the bottom of a sheet pan or shallow oven-safe pan. Layer the ingredients evenly on top of the chips. Cheese should be your last layer. Pop them in the oven and heat until the cheese melts.
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Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary based on the products used.
I updated this post from an earlier version on Nov 24, 2012.
Spicy Italian Nachos
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Save To Your Recipe BoxIngredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage hot or mild
- 1 cup pepperoni slices
- 4 cup tortilla chips
- 2/3 cup chunky spaghetti sauce
- 2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 3 Tablespoon black olives sliced, more if you prefer
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley or 1 T fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to suit your taste
- 1 green onion sliced thin
Instructions
- Cook sausage in a large skillet over medium-high, breaking up as it cooks. Cook until sausage is no longer pink. Remove from skillet and allow the sausage to drain on paper towels.
- Turn the skillet to medium and heat pepperoni slices. You can cook until they're just warmed through or until they're crisp, whichever you prefer.
- Layer chips on a cookie sheet and heat in a 375°F oven until hot. Remove the chips from the oven and set them aside.
- On an oven-safe serving platter layer ½ of each of the following in this order: chips, sausage, pepperoni, spaghetti sauce, cheese, Italian seasoning, parsley, pepper, olives, and green onions.
- Repeat layer. Heat in the oven until cheese melts. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
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Glenda says
So delicious! What a great twist on nachos. My family devoured the first batch and we actually made a second to get through the second half of our movie. lol Thanks for sharing the recipe!
Cindy says
I made these for my college kids and they were a HUGE hit! Thanks for a great recipe.
Raquel says
These are perfect for a party or as a game day appetizer. A nice change from the usual nacho style.
Shelby Stover says
These nachos had such a nice kick to them! They were the perfect weekend kickoff.
Linda Bradshaw says
Oh wow. I have to try this. Thanks for sharing.
Paula says
Thanks for stopping by, I love nachos of any kind.
Savannah McQueen says
Italian nachos…now there is a twist. They look delicious.
Toodie says
Yummmmm. This would be such a nice change!
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says
Thank you for sharing at All my Bloggy Friends. I can't wait to see what you share this week, Paula!
HungryLittleGirl says
Oh this looks so so mouthwatering! I will make that all for myself, since my hubby doesn't like olives and I don't even think about leaving them out 😉
Kathy Shea Mormino says
OMG. YUM!!! Thank you for linking up with the Clever Chicks this week (runs to kitchen to check for ingredients!)
Cheers,
Kathy Shea Mormino
The Chicken Chick
http://www.The-Chicken-Chick.com
Ladies Holiday says
Sometimes i totally run out of dinner inspiration- these are getting bookmarked and will go on my menu next week.
Thank you!
Cheers- oh stopping over from the Cheerios and Lattes Hop 🙂
Diane Balch says
I'm Italian how could I not love this… thanks for sharing it on foodie friday.
Jen @ Yummy-Healthy-Easy says
Holy cow! These looks DELICIOUS!!!! I want some NOW! 🙂
~Jen @ Yummy-Healthy-Easy
vesselsmemories says
I'll be stopping by your blog often…it's awesome! The recipes look delicious and I can't wait to try these Italian Nachos! A must pin! Thanks for posting it and I hope you'll check out my blog, too 🙂
Dawn
Michelle's Tasty Creations says
Oh my goodness these look divine! Pinned, printed and shared on FB 🙂 You're killing me with all this yumminess Paula! I can't wait to try these. Thanks for sharing.
Michelle
Kalamity Kelli says
These look AMAZING! I caught you over at Wednesday Extravaganza – The Hungry Little Girl linky party. I'm pinning these so I can make them this weekend! Thanks!
Leslie Stewart says
Oh my these look great! Thanks for sharing at my party! Have a great week!
Leslie
House on the Way
Julie says
Yummy! I love nachos. I'll have to try your recipe. I'm always up for new ways of trying nachos. Thanks for sharing on Marvelous Mondays, Paula!
sadderbutwiser says
Take away the meat, and I'd totally be licking the screen right now.
Simplee Sue says
This looks and sounds good. Thank you for sharing. I needed a good recipe for nachos. Buenas nachos!
Sorry, that's a joke where I live. We're missionaries in Honduras and it's really, buenas noches…good night, But we say buenas nachoes. I guess you'd have to be there to appreciate it. 🙂
We may have met by chance…but we become friends by choice.
http://simpleesue.com/try-one-new-recipe-a-week-thanksgiving-feast-day-2pa-dutch-potato-filling
Leslie @ Violet Imperfection says
These sound delicious, I never would have thought if making Italian nachos.
Thank you for linking to Raising Imperfection!
Sarah Evans says
Ooh – yum! This looks lovely. Thanks for linking up your handmade goodness :)Sarah @ A Cat-Like Curiosity
Isobel Morrell says
My that sounds nice – like the Tex-Mex-It mix idea too! Might have a go with that myself, as I'm a recent convert to TexMex stuff! Co-guest on this blog hop today and invite you to visit and follow me sometime. Nice to have met you. Isobel from http://www.ColdhamCuddliescalling.blogspot.com.
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says
Yes! This sounds fantastic, Paula!!
mail4rosey says
Now THIS is how to do nachos!!
Visiting today from the Raising Imperfection hop.
Raising Reagan says
Ooohh..Paula these look delicious!
Thank you for linking your favorite post to Raising Imperfection. Please come back Friday to see if you were featured.
Lanaya
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Danni Baird @ Silo Hill Farm says
Sam likes nachos….any kind! Bet he'll love these!
tumbleweed-contessa says
I love this. Pinning right now for a good football dinner! Thanks for sharing at WTFAB. I am going to check out your advertising opportunities as well.
Eva Gallant says
I'll definitely be making these!
momto8blog says
yum!! perfect crowd pleaser!! looks so good!!
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