Ingredients
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2 cups cooked pasta (bowtie, rigatoni, or a mix), al dente
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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Marinara sauce or creamy dip, for serving
Instructions
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Cook the Pasta:
Cook your pasta just until al dente, then drain and let cool slightly. -
Season:
Add cooked pasta to a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss. Add parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and red pepper flakes. Mix until evenly coated. -
Air Fry:
Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
Spread pasta in a single layer in the basket (you may need to work in batches).
Air fry for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and crispy. -
Serve:
Let cool slightly and serve with marinara sauce or creamy dip of your choice.
Notes
💡 Notes & Pro Tips
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Don’t overcrowd: For the crispiest chips, keep the pasta in a single layer in your air fryer.
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Mix pasta shapes: Bowtie, rigatoni, ziti — they all work! Mixing textures makes it more fun.
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Extra cheesy: Add more parmesan right after frying while the chips are hot.
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Make it spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne or smoked paprika to the seasoning mix.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes