Crispy Pasta Chips
These Crispy Pasta Chips are golden, crunchy, cheesy, and incredibly addictive! Toss cooked pasta with olive oil, Parmesan, and savory seasonings, then bake or air fry until perfectly crisp. They're the ultimate snack, appetizer, or party food served with your favorite dipping sauce.
Servings: 6
Calories: 245kcal
Ingredients
- Pasta
- 8 ounces 225g farfalle (bowtie) pasta
- Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley optional
- For Serving
- Marinara sauce
- Ranch dressing
- Garlic aioli
- Alfredo sauce
- Cheese dip
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain well and let cool for about 5 minutes.
- Place the cooked pasta in a large bowl. Add olive oil, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss until every piece is evenly coated.
- Air Fryer: Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Arrange pasta in a single layer and cook for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Oven: Preheat to 425°F (220°C). Spread pasta on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden.
- Transfer to a serving bowl. Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- Cook pasta only until al dente.
- Drain well before seasoning.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket.
- Freshly grated Parmesan provides the best flavor.
- Serve immediately for maximum crispiness.
- Reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes to restore crunch.
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 245 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Protein: 8g
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 8mg
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 1g