Crispy Parmesan Polenta Chips
Equipment
- Cake pan 20 cm
- Large deep saucepan
- Parchment paper
- Tray
- Whisk
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 cup instant polenta
- 2 tablespoons butter chopped
- 1 1/4 cups finely grated Parmesan divided
- Cooking spray
- Sea salt flakes for serving
Instructions
- Bring the chicken or vegetable stock to a boil in a large deep saucepan.
- Slowly pour in the polenta while whisking continuously.
- Reduce the heat to low once the mixture returns to a boil.
- Cook for 10 minutes, stirring regularly, until the polenta becomes soft and thick.
- Stir in the butter and 1/2 cup Parmesan until combined.
- Grease a cake pan 20 cm and line the base and sides with parchment paper.
- Pour the polenta mixture into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours until firm.
- Preheat the air fryer to 200°C for 3 minutes.
- Turn the chilled polenta out of the pan and cut it into 20 chips.
- Place the chips on a tray.
- Coat the chips with the remaining Parmesan.
- Spray them generously with cooking spray.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Arrange the polenta chips in the basket without overcrowding.
- Air fry for 15 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crisp.
- Sprinkle with sea salt flakes and serve hot.
Notes & Wine Advice
Recipe Notes
Chill the cooked polenta for the full 3 hours. It needs to become firm enough to cut cleanly and hold its shape in the air fryer. Coat all sides of the chilled polenta with Parmesan. This extra layer of cheese helps create the crisp, savory crust. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. Leave enough room around the chips for the hot air to circulate. If necessary, cook them in batches for a more even crunch. Serve the chips immediately while the outside is crisp and the centre is still soft. They are especially good with a warm Sauce, such as your favorite tomato or pasta sauce.Wine Advice
A fresh Pinot Grigio works well with the salty Parmesan and creamy polenta. Its crisp character keeps these rich, cheesy chips pleasantly balanced.Nutrition values
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About This Recipe
Crispy Parmesan Polenta Chips turn creamy polenta into golden, crunchy finger food with a soft and cheesy centre. Parmesan provides plenty of savory flavor, while butter makes the polenta rich and smooth. After chilling, the firm polenta is cut into thick chips and finished in the air fryer until crisp.
Creamy Polenta with Parmesan
The recipe starts by cooking instant polenta in flavorful stock. Next, butter and Parmesan melt into the hot mixture and create a creamy texture. Parmesan also adds the salty, savory character that makes these Cheese snacks so satisfying. Chilling the mixture afterward makes the polenta firm enough to cut without falling apart.
Crispy Air Fryer Polenta Chips
Once chilled, cut the polenta into chips and coat each piece with more Parmesan. Then, add a light coating of cooking spray before placing them in the Air fryer. The circulating heat browns the cheese and crisps the outside while the centre remains tender. Turn the chips halfway through cooking so both sides become evenly golden.
A Crunchy Snack for Sharing
These air fryer polenta chips work well as an Appetizer, Fingerfood, or savory Snack. Serve them on their own with sea salt or add a warm dipping sauce. They also make an easy alternative to regular potato fries when you want something a little different.
Perfect for Parties and Movie Nights
Because you can prepare the polenta several hours ahead, these chips are convenient for entertaining. Serve them for Game Day, Movie night, or a relaxed Weekend. They also fit nicely on a table filled with other Party snacks.
Finally, serve your Crispy Parmesan Polenta Chips straight from the air fryer. That is when the contrast between the crunchy Parmesan crust and creamy polenta centre is at its best. Add your favorite dipping sauce and they are ready for sharing.