Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 4
Crunchy, cheesy, and absolutely irresistible—Crispy Pasta Chips are the perfect snack or party appetizer! 🍝🧀✨ Made with simple pantry ingredients, these golden-brown pasta bites are crispy on the outside, full of flavor, and great for dipping in your favorite sauces.
Ingredients For Crispy Pasta Chips
🔥 For the Pasta Chips:
☑ 2 cups (200g) cooked pasta (penne, rigatoni, or bowtie) 🍝
☑ 1 tablespoon 🥄 olive oil 🫒
☑ ½ teaspoon 🥄 salt 🧂
☑ ½ teaspoon 🥄 garlic powder 🧄
☑ ½ teaspoon 🥄 smoked paprika (optional) 🌶️
☑ ¼ teaspoon 🥄 black pepper 🌿
☑ ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
🔥 For Dipping:
☑ Marinara sauce 🍅
☑ Ranch dressing 🥣
☑ Spicy aioli 🌶️
👩🍳 Cooking Steps For Crispy Pasta Chips
🔥 Step 1: Cook & Dry the Pasta
1️⃣ Boil pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
2️⃣ Drain well and pat dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
🔥 Step 2: Season the Pasta
1️⃣ In a bowl, toss the pasta with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese.
🔥 Step 3: Bake or Air Fry
Oven Method:
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2️⃣ Spread pasta evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy.
Air Fryer Method:
1️⃣ Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
2️⃣ Air fry pasta in a single layer for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
🔥 Step 4: Serve & Enjoy!
1️⃣ Let the pasta chips cool slightly for extra crispiness.
2️⃣ Serve with marinara, ranch, or spicy aioli for dipping!
🍝 Crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor— Crispy Pasta Chips Pasta Chips are the ultimate crunchy snack for any occasion!
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