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Italian nachos made of tortilla chips, Italian sausage, olives, and cheese fresh from the oven. Cleveland cooking

Easy Italian Nachos with Asiago Cream Sauce

Author: Dan Harper
387kcal
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Prep 20 minutes
Cook 10 minutes
Total 30 minutes
These Italian Nachos bring a rustic flair to your table with savory sausage, melted mozzarella, and a homemade Asiago cream sauce. They are ready in just 30 minutes and offer a fun way to enjoy real food with the family.
Servings 10 servings
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 14 ounce bag of plain tortilla chips
  • 1 pound of browned and crumbled italian sausage
  • 1 16 ounce jar of drained banana peppers
  • ½ large red onion diced
  • 16 ounces of shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 16 ounce jar of drained green olives
  • 1 recipe of asiago cream sauce

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
  2. Layer ½ of the tortilla chips on a lined baking sheet
  3. Next layer ½ the sausage, onion, banana peppers, olives, and mozzarella cheese.
  4. Repeat to add a second layer.
  5. Bake for 7-10 minutes or until the mozzarella cheese is melted.

Nutrition

Serving10 servingsCalories387kcalCarbohydrates4gProtein18gFat33gSaturated Fat13gPolyunsaturated Fat3gMonounsaturated Fat15gTrans Fat0.02gCholesterol76mgSodium1393mgPotassium192mgFiber2gSugar1gVitamin A544IUVitamin C1mgCalcium308mgIron1mg

Notes

  • Air Fryer Instructions To make these in an air fryer, assemble a single layer of chips and toppings in a parchment-lined air fryer basket. Cook at 350°F for about 4 to 6 minutes or until the mozzarella is bubbly and the edges of the chips are lightly toasted. Since air fryers vary in power, it is helpful to check the nachos at the 4-minute mark.
  • Meal Prep Scaling Tip If you want to prep these for a busy work week, store the browned sausage and chopped vegetables in airtight glass containers. Keep the chips and the Asiago sauce separate until you are ready to eat. This keeps the chips crunchy and allows you to assemble a quick single serving whenever you need a fast lunch.
  • Ingredient Variations
    • The Protein: You can swap the Italian sausage for ground turkey seasoned with dried basil or even use shredded rotisserie chicken for a faster option.
    • The Base: If you want to move away from tortilla chips, try using toasted pita chips or even thick-cut potato chips for a different texture.
    • The Veggies: Try adding diced bell peppers, sliced black olives, or even a handful of fresh baby spinach under the cheese layer for extra nutrition.
    • The Heat: For those who enjoy a bit of spice, replace the mild banana peppers with sliced pepperoncini or add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the Asiago sauce.
  • Serving Suggestion For a fresh finish, top the warm nachos with a handful of chopped Italian parsley or fresh basil right before serving.

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