Pasta Chips Crispy Oven-Baked (Printable)

Golden pasta chips baked crisp with savory spices. Delicious as a snack or paired with dips.

# Components:

→ Pasta

01 - 9 oz dried short pasta, such as rigatoni, penne, or farfalle

→ Seasoning

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Cheese (optional)

10 - 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Boil pasta in a large pot of salted water for 2 minutes less than the package directions, until just al dente. Drain thoroughly using a colander and let cool slightly.
03 - Place cooked pasta in a large bowl. Add olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Toss until pasta is well coated with the seasoning mixture.
04 - Spread seasoned pasta in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle evenly with Parmesan cheese if desired.
05 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, turning the pasta halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
06 - Allow the pasta chips to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy plain or paired with your favorite dip.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Cooks up with ingredients you probably already have at home
  • Ready to eat in about half an hour
  • Customizable with endless seasonings and cheeses
  • Kid approved and always a hit as an appetizer
02 -
  • Naturally vegetarian with options for gluten free and dairy free diets
  • Bakes instead of fries so you use little oil
  • Great for prepping ahead and storing in an airtight container
03 -
  • Always cook the pasta until just underdone so it holds up and crisps in the oven
  • Toss the pasta gently with oil and seasoning so it does not break apart
  • Turn the pasta halfway through baking for even crisping
  • A sprinkle of fresh herbs after baking gives an aromatic finish
  • Let them cool completely before storing so they retain maximum crispiness

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