Imagine transforming ordinary pasta into irresistibly crispy, golden chips that will have everyone at your table begging for more! These Air Fryer Pasta Chips are not just a snack; they're a game-changing culinary experience that turns humble pasta into a crunchy, flavor-packed sensation. With just a few simple ingredients and your trusty air fryer, you'll create a crowd-pleasing appetizer that's both incredibly easy to make and shockingly delicious.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (cooked and cooled)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking process, then pat completely dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss cooled pasta with olive oil, ensuring each pasta piece is lightly and evenly coated.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper over the pasta. Gently toss to distribute seasonings evenly across all pasta pieces.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 2-3 minutes to ensure proper heating.
- Arrange pasta in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding. Work in batches if necessary to ensure crispy results.
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even browning and crispiness.
- Check pasta chips at 8 minutes - they should be golden brown and crispy. If needed, air fry for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Remove pasta chips from air fryer and let cool for 2-3 minutes to achieve maximum crispiness.
- Serve hot with warm marinara sauce for dipping, garnishing with additional herbs if desired.
Tips
- Moisture is the Enemy: Ensure your cooked pasta is completely dry before seasoning. Pat it thoroughly with paper towels to remove all excess water, which helps achieve maximum crispiness.
- Single Layer is Key: When air frying, spread the pasta in a single layer to allow hot air to circulate evenly. Overcrowding will result in soggy, uneven chips.
- Shake, Shake, Shake: Halfway through cooking, give your air fryer basket a good shake to ensure all pasta pieces brown uniformly.
- Seasoning Secrets: Experiment with different herbs and spices. While this recipe uses Italian seasoning, you can try ranch seasoning, taco spice, or even a spicy chili blend.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve immediately after cooking for the best texture. These chips are crispiest when fresh and will start to soften if left out too long.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
