Air Fryer Pasta Chips

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked Pasta (any short shape such as shells or elbows, cooked al dente and drained)
• 0.5 tablespoon Olive Oil (extra‑virgin preferred)
• 0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
• 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning (store‑bought blend of dried herbs)
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder (optional for extra flavor)

Instructions

1. Prepare Air Fryer Basket

   Lightly spray the air‑fryer basket with oil or brush with a thin layer of vegetable oil to prevent sticking.

   Time: PT1M

2. Season the Pasta

   In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with 0.5 tbsp olive oil, 0.25 cup grated Parmesan, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, and 0.5 tsp garlic powder. Toss until every piece is evenly coated.

   Time: PT2M

3. First Half of Air‑Frying

   Transfer the seasoned pasta to the prepared basket in a single layer. Set the air fryer to 400°F and cook for 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 400°F

4. Shake and Continue Cooking

   Open the air fryer, use a spatula or tongs to gently stir and flip the pasta so pieces don’t stick together, then cook for an additional 5 minutes at 400°F.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 400°F

5. Check for Crispness

   When the timer ends, remove the basket and taste a piece. The chips should be golden, the Parmesan melted and slightly browned, and the pasta crunchy. If not crisp enough, add 1‑2 more minutes.

   Time: PT1M

6. Serve

   Transfer the pasta chips to a serving bowl, let cool for a minute (they crisp up further), and enjoy immediately.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

200

Protein

8g

Carbohydrates

20g

Fat

9g

Fiber

1g