Description
Air Fryer Pasta Chips are a crispy and flavorful appetizer made from cooked rigatoni pasta, air-fried to golden perfection, tossed with garlic-infused olive oil, and sprinkled with savory parmesan cheese. Perfect as a crunchy snack or party starter, these chips offer a unique twist on traditional appetizers.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces rigatoni noodles, cooked al dente and drained
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F and allow it to preheat fully to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Coat the Pasta: In a large bowl, add the cooked rigatoni noodles and drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over them. Toss gently to coat each noodle evenly without breaking them.
- Air Fry the Pasta: Arrange the coated noodles in a single layer on the air fryer basket or rack to allow air circulation. Air fry for 10 minutes or until the pasta becomes golden brown and crispy, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking.
- Prepare the Seasoning Mixture: While the pasta chips are cooking, combine the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil with minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Stir well to blend all flavors.
- Toss and Season: Transfer the crispy pasta chips to a large bowl. Pour the garlic oil mixture over the chips and toss thoroughly to coat each chip with the flavorful seasoning.
- Finish with Parmesan: Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese evenly over the coated pasta chips, tossing lightly if desired to distribute the cheese before serving.
- Serve: Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce such as marinara or garlic sauce to elevate the flavor and enjoy the crunchy texture.
Notes
- Use rigatoni or similarly shaped pasta that holds its shape well when cooked and fried.
- Cook pasta al dente to prevent it from becoming mushy during air frying.
- Make sure the pasta is drained well to avoid sogginess and ensure crispiness.
- Shake or stir the pasta chips halfway through cooking for even browning.
- Experiment with different seasonings like smoked paprika or Italian herbs for variety.
- Serve immediately after air frying for the best crunchy texture.
- Store leftover chips in an airtight container and re-crisp in the air fryer if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 2 ounces pasta chips)
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
