In this Instructable, learn how to make crispy crunchy chickpeas in the air fryer or oven. Garbanzo beans or chickpeas make a great healthy snack and are super tasty when they are crispy and crunchy. If you are looking for a healthier snack than chips, give this simple roasted chickpeas recipe a try!

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Follow the easy steps below or watch the short video tutorial or do both!

Supplies

Ingredients:

1 16oz can of chickpeas (garbanzo beans) 440g
1/8 tsp of salt
1/2 tsp of garlic powder (2g)
1/4 tsp of ground black pepper (1g)
1/4 to 1/2 tsp of paprika (1g)
1 Tbsp of olive oil (15ml)

*Can easily add a little more or less of any of these spices

Tools/Equipment:

Airfryer
Bowl
Fork
Sheet pan, if doing these in the oven

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Step 1: Mix Those Spices

In a small bowl mix together the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. You can certainly add other spices too if you like. Onion powder and chili powder are a few others that come to mind.

Step 2: Prep the Chickpeas

Open the can of chickpeas and pour them out into a sieve or collander. Give them a good rinse then use something like paper towels to dry them. They crisp up better when dry.

Place them in a medium bowl.

Step 3: Season the Chickpeas

Drizzle on the olive oil and then sprinkle on the spices. Stir or put a lid on the bowl and shake it, so the oil and spices evenly coat the chickpeas.

You can also just put everything in a bag and shake it.

Use this preparation regardless if you cook them in the air fryer or the oven.

Step 4: Cook the Chickpeas: Air Fryer or Oven

Add the seasoned chickpeas to your air fryer basket. Make sure they are in one layer.

Put the basket in the air fryer and set the temp to 400F/205C. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes until crunchy.

At the 6 or 7-minute mark remove the basket and shake it which will promote even roasting or "air frying".

Feel free to try one to test its crispiness. You can always cook it a little longer if needed. Just blow on it before tasting it, it will be hot!

For the OVEN:

Place them on a sheet pan and preheat the oven to 425F/218C.

Roast in the oven for 20 to 35 minutes until crunchy. Remove them at the 10 minute mark and shake the pan a bit to promote even roasting.

Step 5: Serve!

Put the hot chickpeas in a bowl and serve. If you like you can sprinkle on a bit more seasonings or add new seasonings like the ones you use for popcorn (ranch, cheddar, etc.).

Enjoy!

*You can print the crispy chickpeas recipe here if you want.