Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) of chickpeas, drained and patted dry
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
Instructions
1. Rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water to remove any preservatives and excess sodium.
2. Spread the chickpeas on a kitchen towel or several layers of paper towels. Gently roll them to dry thoroughly. This step is crucial as dry chickpeas will crisp up better.
3. Once dry, remove any loose skins as they can burn easily during cooking.
4. Transfer the chickpeas to a mixing bowl. Add olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Stir well to ensure each chickpea is evenly coated with the spice mix.
5. Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C). This high temperature is key for achieving that desired crispiness.
6. Arrange the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to ensure they cook evenly.
7. Cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes to promote even cooking and browning.
8. Taste a chickpea at the 15-minute mark to gauge crispiness. Continue cooking if needed, checking every few minutes until they are perfectly crispy.
Notes
Air fryer models can vary, so the first time you make this recipe, keep a close eye on the chickpeas to prevent overcooking. Once you know exactly how your model handles this recipe, you can adjust the timing slightly for perfect results every time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of total
- Calories: 134 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 297 mg
- Fat: 4.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: air fryer spicy roasted chickpeas