Air Fryer Pasta Chips
Boiled pasta tossed in oil and seasonings, then air-fried into crunchy pasta chips—the snack that broke TikTok. Serve with warm marinara for a cookable, shareable appetizer that beats bagged chips for game day.
🛒Ingredients
- 8 ounces rigatoni, penne, or farfalle
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
- 1 cup warm marinara for dipping
- Optional: red pepper flakes, ranch seasoning
🔧Kitchen Tools Needed
- Air fryer
- Large pot
- Colander
- Mixing bowl
- Tongs
📝Instructions
- 1
Boil pasta in salted water until just al dente (1 minute under package time). Drain well and pat dry so pieces are not wet.
- 2
Toss pasta with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and Parmesan until coated.
- 3
Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Arrange pasta in a single layer (cook in batches).
- 4
Air fry 8–12 minutes, shaking every 3–4 minutes, until deep golden and crisp. Timing varies by shape and air fryer model.
- 5
Cool 2 minutes—they crisp more as they cool. Serve with warm marinara.
- 6
Store airtight up to 2 days; re-crisp 2–3 minutes at 350°F if they soften.
🥗Nutrition Information
⚡Calories per serving: 240
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❓Frequently Asked Questions
Which pasta shape works best?
Rigatoni and penne crisp evenly and hold seasoning. Farfalle get extra crunchy edges.
No air fryer?
Bake at 425°F on a wire rack over a sheet, flipping once, 15–20 minutes until crisp.
Why are mine chewy?
Pasta was too wet or crowded. Dry well, single layer, and cook longer until they sound hollow when tapped.
Seasoning ideas?
Ranch powder, taco seasoning, cinnamon sugar (sweet), or everything bagel seasoning.
Are pasta chips a full meal?
They are a snack/appetizer. Pair with a protein salad or soup for dinner.
