Description
A simple and flavorful recipe for crispy oven-roasted chickpeas, perfect as a healthy snack or crunchy salad topping. This recipe uses a blend of chili powder, garlic, onion, cumin, and a touch of salt and pepper for bold seasoning, then roasts the chickpeas at high heat to achieve a golden, crispy texture.
Ingredients
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Chickpeas
- 2 (15oz) cans low-sodium chickpeas, drained and rinsed well
Seasonings
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for topping
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and aid cleanup.
- Prep the chickpeas: Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly. Spread them out on a dry kitchen towel and pat dry with paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible. Transfer the chickpeas to the prepared baking sheet and spread them out evenly. Let them sit for 5-10 minutes to dry further, which helps achieve crispiness.
- Season the chickpeas: In a small bowl, combine chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Drizzle the olive or avocado oil over the chickpeas and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the chickpeas and toss again to ensure each chickpea is well coated with the spices.
- Roast: Spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on the baking sheet to allow for even roasting. Place in the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes. Every 10 minutes, shake the pan and toss the chickpeas to rotate them, promoting even browning and crisping on all sides.
- Serve: Remove the chickpeas from the oven when they are golden brown and crispy. Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes, which helps them crisp up even more. Sprinkle with additional sea salt if desired and serve warm. They make an excellent snack or a crunchy addition to salads.
Notes
- Patting the chickpeas dry and letting them air-dry on the baking sheet before roasting is key to achieving crispiness.
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Feel free to adjust spices to your taste, or add smoked paprika or cayenne for extra heat.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container but note that they may lose some crispness over time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: crispy roasted chickpeas, healthy snack, oven roasted chickpeas, chili powder chickpeas, crunchy chickpea snack
