Lightened Christmas Pasta Chips (Printable Page)

Crispy, spiced pasta chips baked to a light, flavorful finish—ideal for festive snacking.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 8 oz farfalle or penne pasta

→ Seasoning

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp garlic powder
04 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 1 tsp Italian seasoning
06 - ½ tsp dried rosemary
07 - ½ tsp salt
08 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
09 - ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

→ Holiday Garnish

10 - 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
11 - ¼ cup diced roasted red pepper

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Set the oven to 400°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Boil salted water and cook pasta until just al dente according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to halt cooking.
03 - Pat the drained pasta dry with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
04 - In a large bowl, toss the pasta with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, 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 18–22 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crisp.
07 - Immediately sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and garnish with parsley and roasted red pepper. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Light and crispy holiday snack
  • Easy to prepare with common ingredients
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 -
  • Omit Parmesan for a dairy-free snack suitable for vegans
  • Use fresh herbs as garnish for an extra layer of flavor
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