Lightened Christmas Pasta Chips (Printable)

Crispy, baked pasta chips seasoned with holiday spices for a light, festive snack or cozy night treat.

# What You Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 8 ounces farfalle or penne pasta

→ Seasoning

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
06 - 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

→ Holiday Garnish (optional)

10 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
11 - 1/4 cup diced roasted red pepper

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Boil salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions until just al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
03 - Pat pasta dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
04 - In a large bowl, toss pasta with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
05 - Spread the seasoned pasta in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, turning halfway through, until pasta is golden and crisp.
07 - Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and optional holiday garnish. Let cool slightly before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Light and crispy snack
  • Perfect for holiday gatherings
02 -
  • For extra crispiness air fry at 200°C (400°F) for 10 12 minutes shaking the basket halfway
  • Substitute farfalle or penne with rotini or rigatoni if desired
03 -
  • Pat pasta dry carefully to avoid sogginess
  • Turn pasta halfway through baking for even crispness
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