Pasta Chips (Air Fryer or Oven!)
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These Pasta Chips will totally revolutionize your family’s snack time! They’re a super interesting, super tasty snack with a recipe so easy you could make it in your sleep. Tossed in parmesan, red pepper flakes, and Italian herbs, these air fryer pasta chips are crispy, crunchy, and perfect for munching!
Pasta Chips
This viral TikTok trend had people flocking to their kitchens to get a taste.
With a satisfying crunch as soon as you bite down, it’s a new and improved way to eat your favorite noodles — homemade, too!
Pastas seem like the most plain, normal ingredients out there. But that’s not the case!
You can be really creative and make something new and exciting almost every day with them.
Bulky and spicy buffalo chicken salad, seasonal pumpkin-flavored noodles, or some layered with tender steak, you’re only limited by your imagination!
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
- Noodles – A smaller pasta is preferred. It’s easiest to keep small noodles in a single layer and they cook faster!
- Italian Seasoning – Thyme, rosemary, oregano, basil, the works! If you like one or two of these more than the others, then use any combination you prefer.
The only rule is to steer away from fresh herbs. - Red Pepper Flakes – For this pasta chips recipe, you’ll basically be biting right into these spicy flakes! So if this spice is too hot for you, feel free to omit it.
- Grated Parmesan – Usually I say to never use the pre-grated stuff. However, the meltability of the cheese isn’t the be-all-end-all for air fryer pasta chips!
So if that’s all you have, or that’s what’s on sale, then go for it.
Tips and Tricks for Tasty, Crunchy Chips
- Making these healthier than regular chips.
One of the biggest benefits of cooking with an air fryer is that you only need a teeny tiny bit of oil to get a really crispy, crunchy result.
Whole wheat pastas are a very healthy option. Not only are they lower in calories, but they also have a nice amount of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It also has protein!
- Some other seasonings to try!
You know what makes homemade better than a storebought chip? You get to customize from start to finish — including the seasonings!
I stick to a regular Italian palate with my pasta chips recipe, but that’s not the only option.
For example, a dash of paprika adds a really wonderful, sweet and smoky flavor!
There are some other cheeses that are great on a chip too.
Pecorino romano, gruyere, and gouda all grate really easily and will coat your crunchy noodles easily and deliciously!
- What is the best way to serve them?
You can eat these by the handful all on their own, but I personally think it’s all about the dip!
A simple marinara is fool-proof, for sure, and a smooth, creamy game day hummus will be enough to fill your stomach to the brim!
Sometimes I keep it easy with cool sour cream, or do the exact opposite and make it really fancy with lasagna dip or guacamole!
Storing Air Fryer Pasta Chips
Keep the leftovers at room temperature for two days, away from any warm areas of your kitchen and areas that receive direct sunlight.
Note that they might soften as the days pass, so I’d really recommend eating them fresh.
If you’ll want them later in the week, then just make a bunch of the pasta to air fry later on!
Kitchen Tools You Will Need
- Air Fryer – Different brands and sizes may require different cooking times, so be familiar with your model and make adjustments as needed.
- Measuring Cups and Spoons – You may be tempted to eyeball the amounts, but I recommend using the proper tools so it comes out just right.
Pasta Chips Recipe FAQ
Yes, you can! That’s definitely one way to get extremely crisp pasta chips.
However, the noodles won’t take on or absorb the flavors very well. It’s the soft, springy surface of cooked noodles that the seasonings really adhere to.
So if you make this recipe with raw, dry noodles, expect less flavor.
Pasta chips oven style aren’t as crispy, but still very tasty!
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lay the pasta out in a single layer — same as you would in the fryer.
Also just like in the fryer, preheat to 400°F. It’ll take a little longer to bake — 15 to 20 minutes — until golden brown. And then they’re done!
I personally like to use farfalle or mini lasagna! Both are very “chip-like” in their shape, easy to scoop up sauce with, and easy to cook.
The rule of thumb is to use a short pasta. Even tubed is fine! I’ve seen them made with penne, rotini, and even macaroni.
Enjoy!
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Pasta Chips (Air Fryer or Oven!)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 ounces small pasta, such as farfalle, or mini lasagna
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
Instructions: (Air Fryer)
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
- In a large bowl, toss the cooked pasta with olive oil, italian seasoning, garlic powder, crushed red pepper flakes, and grated parmesan cheese. Make sure all the pasta is evenly coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the seasoned pasta in the air fryer basket in a single layer. You may need to work in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Air fry the pasta chips for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking. The chips should be crispy and golden brown.
- Remove the pasta chips from the air fryer and let them cook slightly before serving.
Instructions: (Oven)
- Follow steps 1 and 2 from the air fryer instructions above.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the seasoned pasta in a single layer.
- Bake in a preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pasta chips are crispy and golden brown.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the chips cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Donna’s Notes
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe’s nutritional value will vary depending on the ingredients used, measuring methods, and portion sizes.
Originally published November 2023
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these sounded weird but they were good. thank you for the recipe
Hi Dawson!
We’re so glad you enjoyed!!
TSRI Team Member,
Devlyn