Pasta Chips Seasoned Variety (Print Version)
Baked pasta chips with zesty seasonings for a crunchy, flavorful snack or delicious dipper.
# Components:
→ 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 use nutritional yeast for vegan)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Boil pasta in salted water until just al dente. Drain and pat dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel.
03 - Combine cooked pasta with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, chili flakes if desired, sea salt, ground black pepper, and Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast in a large mixing bowl. Toss to coat evenly.
04 - Spread seasoned pasta evenly in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, turning pasta halfway through, until golden and crispy.
06 - Allow pasta chips to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy plain or with preferred dip.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Easy snacking with unique flavors
- Baked and vegetarian friendly
02 -
- Use nutritional yeast for vegan chips
- Contains gluten and dairy if using Parmesan
03 -
- Try different spices such as curry or zaatar
- Air fry for extra crunch