Italian Pasta Chips Baked Not Fried
Transform your pasta night with these irresistibly crunchy Italian Pasta Chips—baked, not fried, for a guilt-free indulgence! This quick and easy recipe turns your favorite short pasta, such as penne or farfalle, into golden brown bites of perfection. Coated in a blend of olive oil, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and a touch of paprika, each piece is bursting with flavor and irresistibly crisp. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or party treat, these healthier pasta chips are oven-baked to perfection in just 25 minutes. Pair them with marinara sauce, garlic aioli, or a creamy cheese dip for the ultimate dipping experience. Whether you're hosting guests or craving a crunchy bite, these oven-baked pasta chips are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Penne (or any short pasta, like rigatoni or farfalle)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 30 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 as needed Nonstick cooking spray (optional, for the baking sheet)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.
Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, following the package instructions. Drain the pasta and let it cool slightly.
In a large bowl, toss the cooked pasta with olive oil, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Spread the seasoned pasta in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring the pieces are not overlapping for even baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the pasta is golden brown and crispy.
Remove the pasta chips from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. The chips will crisp up even more as they cool.
Serve the pasta chips with your favorite dip, such as marinara sauce, garlic aioli, or a creamy cheese dip. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
788 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.4 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1698 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.2 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 27.6 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 379 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 203 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
