Description
Crispy, flavorful Pasta Chips made from al dente cooked pasta, tossed with Parmesan and Italian spices, then crisped to perfection in either an air fryer or oven. A unique and addictive snack or appetizer option that's easy to prepare and pairs wonderfully with various dipping sauces.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 8 oz uncooked short pasta (farfalle, elbow noodles, penne, rigatoni, ziti, rotini, or Fiber Gourmet/gluten free/whole grain)
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Pinch of red chili flakes (optional)
- Olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
- Boil Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to box directions until al dente.
- Drain and Season: Drain pasta and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Spray generously with olive oil cooking spray and toss to coat evenly.
- Add Seasonings: Add grated Parmesan cheese, dried Italian seasoning, garlic powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and optional red chili flakes. Toss to combine thoroughly.
- Air Fryer Preparation: Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Arrange pasta in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overlapping. Depending on air fryer size, cook in batches.
- Air Fry Pasta Chips: Cook for 4 minutes at 400°F, then toss the pasta chips and cook for an additional 4 to 5 minutes until they reach desired crispness.
- Oven Preparation: Alternatively, preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange seasoned pasta in a single layer on the sheet.
- Bake Pasta Chips: Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- Serve: Serve the pasta chips warm with Zero Point Marinara Sauce, Homemade Skinny Alfredo Sauce, Cheese Dip, or Skinny Ranch Sauce for dipping.
Notes
- These Pasta Chips are a viral TikTok trend known for their addictive, crispy texture and bold flavor.
- You can use any short pasta shape you like, including gluten free or whole grain options for dietary preferences.
- For extra spice, add more red chili flakes or a dash of cayenne pepper.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket or baking sheet for even crisping.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain crispness.
- For a dairy-free option, omit Parmesan cheese or substitute with a vegan cheese alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 270 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 20 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
