Description
A delicious and crunchy snack made with rigatoni pasta, seasoned to perfection and air-fried for a crispy texture.
Ingredients
- 8 oz rigatoni (or pasta of choice like penne, bowtie, or rotini)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: dipping sauce like marinara, ranch, or hummus
Instructions
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Cook the Pasta: Start by boiling your pasta in salted water according to package instructions, but cook it al dente. This helps the pasta hold its shape and crisp up better. Once done, drain and let it cool slightly.
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Season to Perfection: Transfer the pasta to a mixing bowl. Add olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese. Toss everything until the pasta is evenly coated and glistening with all that flavorful goodness.
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Crisp It Up (Air Fryer Method): Place the seasoned pasta in your air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for about 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway through. Keep an eye on it to prevent over-browning.
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Serve and Snack: Let them cool for a few minutes—they’ll crisp up even more as they rest. Serve with your favorite dip or enjoy them as-is for a salty, crunchy treat.
Notes
- Make sure to not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow for even cooking.
- Experiment with different seasonings according to your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg