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Viral Pasta Chips

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By Snejana Andreeva

on Oct 19, 2021, Updated Jan 24, 2026

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Finally, my two favorite food items do a collab 😍. Inspired by the popular TikTok trend , this easy and delicious recipe for Viral Pasta Chips puts a modern 🌀 twist on traditional pasta by turning it into crispy, crunchy magic. Low key, I’ve been waiting for this mashup, ever since I accidentally left day-old pasta in the oven too long and thought, wait… this is kinda fire. Sure, the nonna’s might be side-eyeing 🙄, but these air fryer pasta chips are dangerously good, and might be my new favorite snack. Perfect for kids, adults or anyone who’s looking to add a new member to their crunch roster.

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Key Takeaways

  • Viral Pasta Chips combine traditional pasta with a crunchy twist, inspired by a TikTok trend.

  • This easy recipe allows for customization with any pasta shape and flavor, making it a versatile snack.

  • You can make Viral Pasta Chips in an air fryer or bake them, achieving crispy perfection either way.

  • Consider serving Pasta Chips with dips, salads, or wines for a complete experience.

  • Follow simple tips for cooking and storing to enjoy your Pasta Chips at their best.

  • Key Takeaways

  • Why You’ll Love Viral Pasta Chips

  • Ingredients

  • Nonna’s Tip 🎀

  • Variations and Substitutions for Viral Pasta Chips

  • Other Viral Recipes

  • Pasta Chips Are Best Served With

  • Common Questions

  • Viral Pasta Chips Recipe

Why You’ll Love Viral Pasta Chips

Not only does this recipe transform your favorite dinner into your new go-to midnight snack, but Viral Pasta Chips 🎀 are also ridiculously easy to make and totally customizable . Any pasta shape + any flavor combo = endless possibilities. Serve them up as an appetizer, a kid-approved treat 👧🏻, or your binge-watching sidekick. And whether you bake or air fry , you’ll end up with crispy, golden goodness ⭐️ using whatever tools your kitchen has to offer.

Ingredients

🍝 Pasta : I used farfalle (bowties) for this recipe, but you can use any pasta shape you like. I suggest using a smaller variety since they cook and crisp more evenly in the air fryer. Plus, they feel more like chips and are easier to pop into your mouth.

🧂 Salt : Salting pasta water seasons the pasta from the inside out, making them taste less bland and more flavorful.

🫒 Olive oil: Coats the pasta helping it hold onto seasonings and crisp up golden.

🌿 Oregano : Adds a savory, earthy depth of flavor.

🧄 Kinder’s Garlic and Herb seasoning: Gives your pasta chips a bold, crave-worthy taste.

🧀 Parmigiano: Fresh and finely grated, this adds salty, cheesy goodness that should be mandatory for all chips.

Nonna’s Tip 🎀

Parboil your pasta in salted water with a splash of vinegar, which secretly firms up the surface starches and gives you extra-crispy, kettle chip–style pasta chips.

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Variations and Substitutions for Viral Pasta Chips

  1. Dairy-free: Skip the parm and add 1–2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast + a pinch of extra salt.
  2. Spice it up: Add smoked paprika and extra chili flakes 🌶️.
  3. Gluten-free or high-protein pasta: Works great for hitting your macros 💪 or sticking to a GF diet. Add 1–2 extra minutes of cooking time if needed.
  4. Shapes: Try making these with different kinds of pasta, such as penne, fusilli, or rigatoni.
  5. Oven method: If you don’t have an air fryer , bake the pasta in a preheated 🔥 oven at 400F (200C) for about 15-20 minutes, tossing halfway through.

Other Viral Recipes

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Viral Japanese Yogurt Cheesecake

4 hrs 5 mins

Pasta Chips Are Best Served With

  • A fresh green salad or a Caesar salad .
  • Your favorite dips such as Marinara , Easy Hummus , Whipped Feta or spicy aioli.
  • Some grilled chicken or seafood.
  • A light white wine like Pinot Grigio or a red wine like Chianti.

Common Questions

Yes, you can use any pasta shape, though shorter shapes like penne, fusilli, rigatoni, or bowtie pasta work best for making chips.

Make sure to toss the pasta with enough pesto or oil to coat each piece evenly. Additionally, air fry them in a single layer, shake midway, and cook in batches to prevent sticking.

Yes, you can bake the pasta chips in a preheated oven at 400F (200C) for about 15-20 minutes, tossing them halfway through for even crispiness.

Store leftover pasta chips in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat them in the air fryer or oven to restore crispiness before serving (air fryer 350°F 2–3 min or oven 350°F 4–5 min).

Use finely grated cheese and toss lightly. If needed, air-fry 5 minutes plain, then add cheese and finish.

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Equipment

  • ▢ Air Fryer
  • ▢ Medium Pot
  • ▢ Measuring Cups + Spoons
  • ▢ Box Grater

Ingredients

  • ▢ 1 cup pasta of choice , dry
  • ▢ 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ▢ oregano , to taste
  • ▢ Kinder’s Garlic and Herb seasoning , to taste
  • ▢ ¼ cup grated parmigiano cheese , measure with your heart

Instructions

  • ▢ Boil the pasta in salted water according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and toss with olive oil and seasonings.
  • ▢ Add finely grated parmigiano cheese.
  • ▢ Preheat your air fryer if it requires preheating. Then, add your pasta and set the air fryer to 400F (200C) for 10 minutes, tossing halfway through.
  • ▢ Air fry them in a single layer, shake midway, and cook in batches to prevent sticking.
  • ▢ Note: If you don’t have an air fryer , bake the pasta chips in a preheated oven at 400F (200C) for 15-20 minutes, tossing them halfway through for even crispiness.
  • ▢ Chips are done when deep golden and hollow-sounding when tapped. Let them cool and enjoy! Note: scroll up for serving suggestions!

Nonna’s Notes

  • Pasta Tip: Parboil pasta in salted water with a splash of vinegar for extra-crispy, kettle chip–style results.
  • Dips: Serve alongside your favorite dips like marinara, hummus, whipped feta, or spicy aioli.
  • Dairy-free: Skip the parm and add 1–2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast + a pinch of extra salt.
  • Gluten-free or high-protein pasta: Works great for hitting your macros or sticking to a GF diet. Add 1–2 extra minutes of cooking time if needed.
  • Shapes: Try making these with different kinds of pasta, such as penne, fusilli, or rigatoni.
  • Spice it up: Add smoked paprika and extra chili flakes.
  • Oven method: If you don’t have an air fryer , bake the pasta in a preheated oven at 400F (200C) for about 15-20 minutes, tossing halfway through.

My Notes

Nutrition

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Viral Pasta Chips

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Medium Pot
  • Measuring Cups + Spoons
  • Box Grater

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pasta of choice dry
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • oregano to taste
  • Kinder’s Garlic and Herb seasoning to taste
  • ¼ cup grated parmigiano cheese measure with your heart

Instructions

  • Boil the pasta in salted water according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and toss with olive oil and seasonings.
  • Add finely grated parmigiano cheese.
  • Preheat your air fryer if it requires preheating. Then, add your pasta and set the air fryer to 400F (200C) for 10 minutes, tossing halfway through.
  • Air fry them in a single layer, shake midway, and cook in batches to prevent sticking.
  • Note: If you don’t have an air fryer , bake the pasta chips in a preheated oven at 400F (200C) for 15-20 minutes, tossing them halfway through for even crispiness.
  • Chips are done when deep golden and hollow-sounding when tapped. Let them cool and enjoy! Note: scroll up for serving suggestions!

Video

Notes

  • Pasta Tip: Parboil pasta in salted water with a splash of vinegar for extra-crispy, kettle chip–style results.
  • Dips: Serve alongside your favorite dips like marinara, hummus, whipped feta, or spicy aioli.
  • Dairy-free: Skip the parm and add 1–2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast + a pinch of extra salt.
  • Gluten-free or high-protein pasta: Works great for hitting your macros or sticking to a GF diet. Add 1–2 extra minutes of cooking time if needed.
  • Shapes: Try making these with different kinds of pasta, such as penne, fusilli, or rigatoni.
  • Spice it up: Add smoked paprika and extra chili flakes.
  • Oven method: If you don’t have an air fryer , bake the pasta in a preheated oven at 400F (200C) for about 15-20 minutes, tossing halfway through.

Nutrition

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