Description
Air Fryer Pasta Chips are a crunchy, savory snack made by air frying medium-sized pasta pieces coated lightly with olive oil and seasonings. Ready in under 20 minutes, they offer a guilt-free, customizable treat perfect for snacking, appetizers, or party platters.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup dry pasta (medium-sized shapes like penne or rigatoni)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Pinch of black pepper or chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook and Drain the Pasta: Boil the pasta until just under al dente—firm but cooked through. Drain thoroughly and let it cool completely to prevent soggy chips.
- Season the Pasta: Toss the cooled pasta with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and any additional seasonings you prefer. Ensure each piece is well coated for even flavor and crispiness.
- Preheat Your Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 360°F (180°C) and allow it to preheat for about 3 minutes to prepare for cooking.
- Air Fry the Pasta: Arrange the pasta pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding. Cook for 10-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to promote even crisping.
- Add Cheese and Final Crisp: If using Parmesan or other cheese, sprinkle it over the pasta chips in the last 2 minutes of cooking to achieve a golden, melted topping.
Notes
- Use short, tube-shaped pasta like penne or rigatoni for best crunch and seasoning adherence.
- Allow cooked pasta to cool completely and dry before air frying to avoid sogginess.
- Apply a light coating of olive oil; too much will make chips greasy.
- Shake or stir the pasta chips halfway through cooking for even crispness.
- Monitor cooking time closely as air fryer models vary to prevent burning.
- Serve with fresh herbs or dips like marinara, garlic aioli, or pesto for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days; avoid refrigeration.
- Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for a few minutes to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup cooked pasta chips
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Air Fryer Pasta Chips, crunchy snack, savory snack, quick appetizer, gluten free snack, easy snack, air fryer recipe
