Baked Parmesan Polenta Chips RecipeÂ
These are made from pre-cooked polenta and are a healthier alternative from  typical  French fries. However, believe me these polenta chips are full of flavor and I can't wait to share these easy detailed instructions.The great thing about easy baked polenta chips are  they take minimal effort, basic ingredients and make a great side dish. Â
Equipment
- 1 Baking Sheet
- 1 cutting board
- 1 aluminum foil or a piece of parchment paper
- 1 knife
- 1 medium size bowl
- 1 spatula to flip polenta chips
Ingredients
- 1 log polenta log from the grocery store
- 1 tbsp olive oil enough to the coat polenta
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp sea salt or kosher salt
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan Reggiano cheese finely grated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees f.
- On a cutting board, slice the polenta into 1/4-inch thick slices.
- To coat the polenta chips evenly, divide them into two batches. Drizzle a tablespoon of olive oil over the first batch and gently toss to coat. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste. Repeat this process with the next batch.
- Arrange the polenta chips in a single layer on a prepared baking sheet.
- Sprinkle sea salt and black pepper over the polenta chips, adjusting the amount to taste.
- Sprinkle the top of the polenta with Parmesan cheese and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then, carefully flip over the polenta chips and continue baking until they turn golden brown.By following these steps, you'll achieve crispy and flavorful Parmesan polenta chips that are perfect as a snack or appetizer. Enjoy!
Notes
Baked Parmesan Polenta Chips RecipeÂ
 Equipment Needed:-
- sheet pan
- cutting board
- aluminum foil or a piece of parchment paper
- knife
- medium size bowl
- spatula
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- polenta log from the grocery store or check Walmart or Amazon
- olive oil or olive oil cooking spray
- black pepper
- sea salt or kosher salt
- grated parmesan Reggiano cheese
Step 1:
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees f.Step 2:
On a cutting board, slice the polenta into 1/4-inch thick slices.
Step 3:
To coat the polenta chips evenly, divide them into two batches. Drizzle a tablespoon of olive oil over the first batch and gently toss to coat. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste. Repeat this process with the next batch. Top Tip: Doing this in two batches ensures better coverage, allowing each polenta slice to be coated well with olive oil.
Step 4:
Arrange the polenta chips in a single layer on a prepared baking sheet.Step 5:
Sprinkle sea salt and black pepper over the polenta chips, adjusting the amount to taste.
Step 6:
Sprinkle the top of the polenta with Parmesan cheese and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then, carefully flip over the polenta chips and continue baking until they turn golden brown.
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- garlic powder
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- dried thyme
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- Italian seasoning
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- sage pesto, sundried tomato pesto, or even basil pesto or your favorite dipping sauceÂ
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- Prepare the baked Parmesan polenta chips using the earlier recipe, ensuring they are crispy and golden.
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- Grill the chicken or pork until fully cooked, then cut it into small, bite-sized pieces.
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- Place a small amount of the grilled chicken or pork on each polenta chip.
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- Top the meat with a generous portion of your preferred cheese, such as provolone, gouda, or Asiago.
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- To melt the cheese and achieve a slightly warm temperature, place the assembled polenta chips under a broiler or in a preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning.
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- Once the cheese has melted and the appetizers are warmed through, remove them from the heat.
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- Drizzle the port reduction sauce with brown sugar over the top of each polenta chip, allowing the flavors to blend harmoniously.
