Air Fryer Pasta Chips Crispy (Print View)

Crispy air-fried pasta coated in Parmesan and spiced seasoning, ideal for snacking or sharing with friends.

# Components:

→ Pasta

01 - 250 grams (9 oz) short pasta (e.g., penne, rigatoni, or farfalle)

→ Seasoning

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 50 grams (½ cup) grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
06 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - ½ teaspoon salt
08 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Dipping Sauce (Optional)

09 - 120 ml (½ cup) marinara sauce

# Directions:

01 - Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook pasta until al dente, approximately 1–2 minutes less than package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to halt the cooking.
02 - Transfer cooked pasta to a large mixing bowl. Incorporate olive oil, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to ensure even coating.
03 - Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F) for 3 minutes.
04 - Arrange the seasoned pasta in a single layer within the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
05 - Air fry for 10–15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the pasta achieves a golden hue and becomes crispy.
06 - Remove the pasta chips from the air fryer and allow them to cool slightly before serving. Offer with marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses common pantry pasta shapes for a fun snack everyone loves
  • Ready in just twenty five minutes with minimal prep
  • Customizable flavors to suit your mood or event
  • Bakes up golden and crunchy without deep frying
02 -
  • High in fiber and protein for a satisfying snack
  • Stays crunchy for hours if cooled fully before storing
  • Perfect for parties lunchboxes or movie nights
03 -
  • Always dry the cooked pasta thoroughly before seasoning as excess water prevents even crisping
  • Do not skip tossing the pasta with oil and cheese as this is key to golden color and flavor
  • Resist overcrowding your fryer basket so every chip comes out perfectly crisp

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