Description
Crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Pasta Chips made from rigatoni noodles tossed in garlic, olive oil, and parmesan cheese. A unique snack perfect for sharing and dipping.
Ingredients
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 Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F to ensure it's hot and ready for cooking the pasta chips evenly.
- Prepare Noodles: Place the cooked rigatoni noodles in a large bowl and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Toss the noodles so they are evenly coated with the oil.
- Arrange Noodles in Air Fryer: Spread the coated pasta noodles in a single layer on your air fryer rack or basket, avoiding overlap for even crisping.
- Air Fry Pasta: Air fry the pasta chips at 400°F for 8-10 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Check halfway and shake or stir if needed for even cooking.
- Make Flavor Mixture: While the pasta chips cook, combine the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil with minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl. Mix well to create a flavorful oil mixture.
- Coat Pasta Chips: Once air fried, transfer the pasta chips to a bowl and pour the garlic oil mixture over them. Toss thoroughly to ensure each chip is coated.
- Add Parmesan Cheese: Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the coated pasta chips and toss again gently to combine.
- Serve: Serve the air fryer pasta chips warm, either plain or with your favorite dipping sauce such as marinara or garlic sauce for extra flavor.
Notes
- Ensure pasta is cooked al dente to prevent it from becoming too soft during air frying.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow for crisping.
- Feel free to experiment with different cheeses or add herbs like parsley for extra taste.
- These chips are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian