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Crispy Homemade Old Chicago Italian Nachos

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These crispy homemade Old Chicago Italian nachos combine bold Italian flavors with a satisfying crunch, perfect for easy game night snacks that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 8 cups (about 200g) tortilla chips (plain or lightly salted)
  • 12 oz (340g) Italian sausage (sweet or hot, casings removed)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cups (200g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup (100g) shredded provolone cheese
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) giardiniera, drained
  • Handful fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) mild marinara sauce
  • 1/4 cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • Optional garnishes: sliced green onions, crushed red pepper flakes, freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula. After about 3 minutes, stir in the minced garlic. Cook until sausage is fully browned and no longer pink, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat and set aside.
  3. Spread the tortilla chips evenly over the baking sheet in a single layer.
  4. Scatter the browned sausage evenly over the chips, avoiding overloading any spot.
  5. Sprinkle mozzarella and provolone cheeses evenly over the sausage and chips.
  6. Bake in the oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly with golden edges. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  7. Remove the nachos from the oven. Dollop spoonfuls of giardiniera over the top, then drizzle the marinara sauce in thin ribbons.
  8. Sprinkle grated Parmesan and torn fresh basil over everything. Add optional sliced green onions or crushed red pepper flakes for extra kick.
  9. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Notes

Keep chips in a single layer to maintain crispiness. Add giardiniera and marinara after baking to avoid soggy chips. Rotate pan halfway through baking if cheese melts unevenly. Avoid piling toppings too thickly.

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Keywords: Italian nachos, game night snacks, crispy nachos, Old Chicago style, Italian sausage nachos, easy snacks

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