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baked parmesan butternut chips
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SkinnyMS

Baked Parmesan Butternut Chips

These savory homemade chips are amazingly healthy and delicious, a fantastic substitute for the greasy bagged variety.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Budget-Friendly, Gluten-Free, Low-Carb, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 144kcal
Author: SkinnyMs.

Ingredients

  • 1 butternut squash
  • 2 teaspoons kosher or sea salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon rosemary fresh, chopped
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese reduced-fat, shredded

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Using a potato peeler, carefully peel the butternut squash. Cut the squash in half, lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds. Once all seeds have been removed, slice the squash into 1/8 to 1/4 inch slices.
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Gently drop the sliced butternut squash into the water and boil for one to two minutes. This will allow the squash to bake and become crispy, like a chip. Squash should still be slightly firm–not mushy. Drain the squash and rinse in cold water to stop the cooking process. Gently pat dry.
  • While squash is drying, mix salt, fresh rosemary, and cayenne in a small bowl. Once dry, carefully toss the squash in the extra virgin olive oil and salt mixture. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper and lightly mist with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Arrange squash on the sheet so the pieces are not overlapping or touching. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Bake 15 to 20 minutes, until golden. Allow to cool to room temperature and store in an airtight container. Best if eaten after cooling.

Notes

TIP: Squash chips will continue to get crispier while cooling.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25of recipe | Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 1057mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 5
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 5