Description
Pasta Chips are a deliciously crispy snack that combines the comfort of pasta with the satisfying crunch of chips. Perfect for game nights or casual movie marathons, these golden bites are easy to make and offer endless opportunities for flavor experimentation. With just a few simple ingredients and under 30 minutes, you can create a crowd-pleasing appetizer that will have everyone asking for more. Serve them warm with your favorite dips or enjoy them solo—either way, they’re sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups bite-sized pasta (rotini or penne)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Boil a large pot of salted water; add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and cool slightly.
- In a bowl, toss the cooked pasta with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned pasta on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy; shake halfway through.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and bake an additional 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with different cheeses or spices like crushed red pepper flakes. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days; re-crisp in the oven at 350°F for about 5 minutes.