Crunchy Parmesan Pasta Chips

# What You'll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 9 oz short pasta (penne, rigatoni, or farfalle)

→ Coating

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil

03 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

04 - 1 tsp garlic powder

05 - 1 tsp Italian seasoning

06 - ¼ tsp smoked paprika

07 - ½ tsp sea salt

08 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ To Serve (optional)

09 - Marinara sauce for dipping

# Method:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until just al dente according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to halt cooking. Pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.

02 - Transfer the cooled pasta to a large mixing bowl and toss with olive oil until evenly coated.

03 - Incorporate Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper into the pasta. Toss well to ensure uniform coverage.

04 - Set the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and preheat for 3 minutes.

05 - Arrange pasta in a single layer within the air fryer basket. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to promote even crisping. Repeat in batches if necessary.

06 - Remove chips and allow to cool slightly before serving. Accompany with marinara sauce if desired.

# Expert Advice:

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They're ready in under 30 minutes with ingredients you probably have right now.
That crispy, savory Parmesan coating hits the spot way better than any store-bought chip.
The air fryer does the heavy lifting while you do something else entirely.

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Overcooking the pasta initially ruins everything; trust the al dente timer and resist the urge to let it go longer.
If your chips aren't crispy, they're either not dry enough before frying or the cheese isn't caramelizing—check both before adjusting temperature.

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