Crispy Parmesan Air Fryer Pasta Chips
These crispy Parmesan air fryer pasta chips are a quick, cheesy, and addictive snack made with pasta, olive oil, Italian seasoning, and fresh Parmesan. Air fried to golden perfection in under 20 minutes, they deliver a satisfying crunch without breading or deep frying—perfect for dipping and entertaining. Ideal for parties, game day, or a fun weeknight treat, these air fryer pasta chips are versatile, flavorful, and irresistibly crunchy.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Pasta (any shape; rigatoni and farfalle work well)
- Olive oil (or avocado oil)
- Italian seasoning
- Garlic powder
- Sea salt
- Black pepper
- Parmesan cheese (or Romano, Pecorino)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta al dente according to package instructions. Drain well.
- Transfer pasta to a mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan, coating each piece evenly.
- Arrange pasta in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Chips will crisp further as they cool.
Notes
- Add smoked paprika or chili flakes for extra heat.
- Swap Parmesan for vegan cheese for dairy-free chips.
- Use truffle oil for a gourmet twist.
- Everything bagel seasoning adds extra crunch and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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