Air Fryer Pasta Chips

20 mins

super easy

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Air Fryer Pasta Chips

These crispy Parmesan Air Fryer Pasta Chips are a total game-changer for snack time! Ready in under 20 minutes, they’re crunchy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. Just toss your favorite pasta with a bit of oil, seasoning, and cheese, then let the air fryer do the magic. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or fun side dish, no oven required!

So, if all that sounds good to you, read on!

Forget Potato Chips – These Air Fryer Pasta Chips Are the Crispy Snack You Didn’t Know You Needed!

Okay, I don’t know how I waited this long to turn pasta into chips, but here we are, and it’s a total game-changer. These crunchy little bites are golden, cheesy, and seriously addictive. 

3 Reasons You’ll Love These Air Fryer Pasta Chips:

Quick & Easy – No deep frying, no stress. Just toss, air fry, and enjoy!
Totally Snackable – Light, crispy, and perfect for dipping.
Crowd-Pleasing Crunch – Great for parties, movie nights, or even packed lunches.

And the best part? You can use any pasta shape you love, bowties, penne, rigatoni, whatever you have on hand. Coat them in olive oil, season generously, add some parmesan, and let the air fryer work its magic.

I honestly might start making pasta just to turn it into chips. They’re that good. Crispy, cheesy, a little salty… and way more fun than plain old crackers.

So yeah, once you try these, don’t be surprised if they disappear in minutes. You’ve been warned!

Extreme close-up of crispy bowtie pasta chips seasoned with herbs and Parmesan, showcasing golden edges and crunchy texture.

More Air Fryer & Pasta Favorites to Try

If you loved these crispy pasta chips, here are a few more delicious ideas to add to your snack or side dish rotation:

Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes – Golden and crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside. The perfect no-fuss side dish!

Air Fryer Orange Chicken Wings – Sweet, tangy, and packed with flavor. A crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Quick and Easy Pasta Salad Recipe – A refreshing, colorful dish that’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a light lunch.

Try them all and build your own collection of easy air fryer favorites!

Ingredients in Air Fryer Pasta Chips

Here’s what you need to make Air Fryer Pasta Chips:

Step-by-step collage showing how to make Air Fryer Pasta Chips: cooked bowtie pasta drained in a colander, pasta mixed with oil, spices, and Parmesan in a bowl, seasoned pasta ready to air fry, and pasta placed in a parchment-lined air fryer basket.

Rigatoni or Farfalle (Bow-Tie Pasta) – Choose whichever pasta shape you love most. Farfalle gives a light, crispy crunch, while rigatoni offers a thicker bite. You can use regular, whole wheat, chickpea, or even gluten-free pasta depending on your dietary needs or what’s in your pantry. Just make sure it’s cooked al dente before air frying for the best texture.

Extra-Virgin Olive Oil – A light coating of olive oil helps the pasta crisp up beautifully in the air fryer. It also gives the chips a rich, savory flavor. You can substitute with avocado oil or any neutral oil if needed.

Italian Seasoning – This classic herb blend adds depth and aroma. It’s a mix of basil, oregano, thyme, and rosemary—perfect for giving your pasta chips a little something extra in every bite.

Garlic Powder – Garlic powder brings a warm, savory flavor without overpowering the rest of the seasonings. It’s a must for that comforting, crave-worthy finish.

Salt – A pinch of salt balances the flavors and brings out the taste of the Parmesan and herbs. Use sea salt or kosher salt for best results.

Black Pepper – Adds a gentle kick and a touch of sharpness that cuts through the richness of the cheese.

Grated Parmesan Cheese – The star of the show! Parmesan melts and crisps up during air frying, creating a golden, cheesy crust on the pasta. Use freshly grated if you can—it melts better and gives amazing flavor.

How to make Air Fryer Pasta Chips

There’s something so fun about turning plain pasta into a crunchy, cheesy snack. Once the pasta is cooked and tossed with olive oil, seasoning, and parmesan, the air fryer takes over, crisping every piece to golden perfection. It’s quick, easy, and honestly kind of addictive. Perfect for dipping, snacking, or sharing (if you feel like it).

Cook the Pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni or farfalle and cook until al dente, following the package instructions. Once done, drain the pasta and transfer it straight to a large mixing bowl.

A pot of bowtie pasta (farfalle) boiling in water on the stove, with orange handles and visible steam starting to rise.

Preheat the Air Fryer:
While the pasta cooks, set your air fryer to preheat at 380°F (193°C).

Season the Pasta:
Drizzle the cooked pasta with olive oil, then sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and grated parmesan. Toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated.

Step-by-step collage showing how to make Air Fryer Pasta Chips: cooked bowtie pasta drained in a colander, pasta mixed with oil, spices, and Parmesan in a bowl, seasoned pasta ready to air fry, and pasta placed in a parchment-lined air fryer basket.

Air Fry:
Place the seasoned pasta in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10 to 14 minutes, shaking the basket around the 6-minute mark to ensure even crisping. Keep an eye on them, as air fryer times may vary slightly.

Crispy golden Air Fryer Pasta Chips fresh out of the air fryer basket, resting on parchment paper with browned Parmesan and seasonings visible.

Serve and Enjoy
Once the pasta chips are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the air fryer. Serve right away, garnished with extra parmesan and chopped fresh parsley if you’d like. Enjoy them as a crunchy snack, a side dish, or dip them in marinara or pesto for extra flavor!

Angled view of a serving platter filled with golden, crispy bowtie pasta chips topped with herbs and melted Parmesan, highlighting their crunchy texture.

Air Fryer Pasta Chips are the kind of snack you’ll want to make again and again. They’re quick, crunchy, and packed with flavor – plus, they’re super fun to share (or keep all to yourself, no judgment!). Whether you’re hosting friends, need a party appetizer, or just want something different to munch on, these pasta chips totally deliver. Give them a try, you might never look at pasta the same way again!

Close-up of golden, crispy bowtie pasta chips served on a white platter, with melted Parmesan and herbs visible, placed on a wooden board beside a checkered kitchen towel.

I’d love to know what you think if you give this a try! 🙂 – Angie

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A white serving dish filled with golden, crispy air fryer pasta chips made from bowtie (farfalle) pasta, seasoned with herbs and spices, placed on a wooden board with a checkered kitchen towel in the background.

Air Fryer Pasta Chips

Sweet Family Meals
These crispy Parmesan Air Fryer Pasta Chips are a total game-changer for snack time! Ready in under 20 minutes, they’re crunchy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. Just toss your favorite pasta with a bit of oil, seasoning, and cheese, then let the air fryer do the magic. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or fun side dish, no oven required!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 10 servings
Calories 80 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups rigatoni or farfalle bow-tie, regular, whole wheat, chickpea, or gluten-free
  • 1 –2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

Cook the Pasta:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni or farfalle and cook until al dente, following the package instructions. Once done, drain the pasta and transfer it straight to a large mixing bowl.

Preheat the Air Fryer:

  • While the pasta cooks, set your air fryer to preheat at 380°F (193°C).

Season the Pasta:

  • Drizzle the cooked pasta with olive oil, then sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and grated parmesan. Toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated.

Air Fry:

  • Place the seasoned pasta in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10 to 14 minutes, shaking the basket around the 6-minute mark to ensure even crisping. Keep an eye on them, as air fryer times may vary slightly.

Serve and Enjoy

  • Once the pasta chips are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the air fryer. Serve right away, garnished with extra parmesan and chopped fresh parsley if you’d like. Enjoy them as a crunchy snack, a side dish, or dip them in marinara or pesto for extra flavor!

Notes

*Nutrition info is a rough estimate based on the ingredients. Note that values may vary from case to case.
 
*As with all recipes, there is a number of ways you can get things done. If you believe that some of the instructions can be improved, or have a good alternative solution, feel free to leave a comment.
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