Pasta Chips Seasoned Variety (Printable Version)
Crunchy seasoned pasta chips baked to golden perfection, ideal for snacking or pairing with dips.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pasta
01 - 7 oz short pasta such as rigatoni, penne, or farfalle
→ Oil
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
→ Seasonings
03 - 1 tsp garlic powder
04 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
06 - 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
07 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
08 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
09 - 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional, or use nutritional yeast for vegan version)
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain thoroughly and pat dry using a clean kitchen towel.
03 - In a large bowl, toss pasta with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, chili flakes (if using), sea salt, ground black pepper, and Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast.
04 - Spread seasoned pasta evenly in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, turning halfway through, until pasta is golden and crispy.
06 - Let cool slightly before enjoying plain or with your choice of dip.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Fun and crunchy snack for parties or movie nights
- Easily customizable with your favorite seasonings
02 -
- Contains wheat and dairy if using Parmesan. For vegan, use nutritional yeast.
- Air frying makes them extra crunchy and saves time.
03 -
- Pat the pasta dry thoroughly for maximum crispiness.
- Experiment with bold flavors like ranch, zaatar, or curry powder for variety.