Description
Old Chicago’s Italian Nachos are a crave-worthy twist on traditional nachos — made with crispy fried pasta chips, loaded with Italian sausage, pepperoni, melted cheese, and zesty marinara for the ultimate appetizer or game-day snack.
Ingredients
- 8 oz wonton wrappers or cooked lasagna noodles, cut into triangles
- 1/2 lb Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup sliced pepperoncini or banana peppers
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce (for dipping)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry wonton wrappers or lasagna triangles in batches for 1–2 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread the fried chips on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Top evenly with cooked Italian sausage, pepperoni, diced tomatoes, olives, and pepperoncini slices.
- Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil or parsley, and serve immediately with warm marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- For a lighter version, bake the chips instead of frying them.
- Add diced bell peppers or red onions for extra color and flavor.
- Use Alfredo sauce instead of marinara for a creamy variation.
- Serve as a party appetizer or game-day snack — it disappears fast!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Fried and Baked
- Cuisine: Italian-American