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Air Fryer Pasta Chips

By the Recipes Airfryer kitchen
Air Fryer Pasta Chips
Prep
10 min
Cook
12 min
Total
22 min
Serves
4

The viral air fryer pasta chips — cooked pasta tossed with Parmesan and spices, then crisped into crunchy, cheesy, poppable bites. They're the snack that blew up on TikTok, and the air fryer makes them in minutes.

Dunk them in marinara or ranch for the ultimate crunchy appetizer. Use any short pasta shape you like.

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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta

    Boil the pasta until just al dente — slightly firm. Drain well.

  2. Season

    Toss the warm pasta with the olive oil, Parmesan, garlic powder, oregano, chili flakes, salt and pepper until coated.

  3. Air fry

    Spread in a single layer and air fry at 390°F for about 10–12 minutes, shaking a couple of times, until golden and crunchy.

240
Calories
8g
Protein
38g
Carbs
6g
Fat
Tips for the best results
  • Cook the pasta just al dente — overcooked pasta won't crisp.
  • Shake the basket so they crisp evenly.
  • They harden as they cool, so pull them when golden.

Frequently asked

How do you make pasta chips in the air fryer?

Boil pasta al dente, toss with oil, Parmesan and seasonings, then air fry at 390°F for 10–12 minutes until crunchy.

What pasta shape is best?

Bowtie (farfalle) and penne are popular because they hold the seasoning and crisp well.

What dip goes with pasta chips?

Marinara, ranch, or a creamy garlic dip are all great.

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