Pasta Chips Seasoned Variety (Printable)

Crispy pasta chips tossed in savory spices, perfect for snacking or enjoying with flavorful dips.

# What You Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 7 oz short pasta such as rigatoni, penne, or farfalle

→ Oil

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Seasonings

03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
07 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional, or substitute nutritional yeast for vegan)

# Directions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Cook pasta in generously salted boiling water until just al dente. Drain thoroughly and pat dry using a clean kitchen towel.
03 - Combine pasta with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, chili flakes if desired, sea salt, ground black pepper, and Parmesan or nutritional yeast in a large mixing bowl. Mix until evenly coated.
04 - Distribute seasoned pasta evenly on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
05 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, tossing once halfway through, until pasta is golden brown and crisp.
06 - Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy as a snack or pair with preferred dip.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to make with everyday ingredients
  • Deliciously crunchy and customizable with your favorite seasonings
02 -
  • You can air fry for extra crunch using similar settings
  • Make it vegan by swapping Parmesan with nutritional yeast
03 -
  • Dry the pasta well before baking for maximum crispiness
  • Toss with seasonings evenly to get bold flavor in every chip