# Ingredient List:
→ Pasta
01 - 9 oz rigatoni or penne pasta
02 - 6 cups water
03 - 1 teaspoon salt
→ Coating
04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
05 - 1 teaspoon chili flakes
06 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - Zest of 1 lemon
09 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
11 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
→ Garnish
12 - Extra grated Parmesan cheese
13 - Fresh chopped parsley
14 - Lemon wedges
# Steps:
01 - Set oven or air fryer to 400°F.
02 - Boil water in a large pot, add salt and pasta, cook until just al dente, about 2 minutes less than package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to halt cooking.
03 - In a mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta with olive oil, chili flakes, garlic powder, smoked paprika, lemon zest, black pepper, half of the Parmesan cheese, and sea salt. Toss thoroughly to coat.
04 - Spread pasta in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet or air fryer basket, ensuring pieces are not overcrowded.
05 - Bake in the oven for 18 to 22 minutes or air fry for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking, until golden and crisp.
06 - Immediately sprinkle remaining Parmesan over hot pasta chips. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
07 - Top with fresh chopped parsley and serve alongside lemon wedges for squeezing.
