Crispy Air Fryer Chickpeas Recipe
Crispy Air Fryer Chickpeas are a healthy, crunchy snack made with canned chickpeas and simple seasonings.Air fry until golden and crisp, then toss with your favorite spices.Perfect for snacking, salads, and meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- Extra virgin olive oil spray
- 1 teaspoon dried spices of your choice:
- Cajun seasoning
- Garlic salt
- Blackened seasoning
- Montreal steak seasoning
- Za'atar
- Or your favorite spice blend
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly.
- Transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels.
- Gently pat dry and allow the chickpeas to air dry completely for the best crunch.
- Place the chickpeas in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry at 380°F (193°C) for 12–15 minutes.
- Shake the basket every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Continue cooking until the Crispy Air Fryer Chickpeas are golden brown and crunchy throughout.
- Transfer the hot chickpeas to a medium bowl.
- Lightly spritz with olive oil spray.
- Immediately toss with your chosen seasoning.
- Serve at room temperature as a snack or sprinkle over salads, soups, and grain bowls.
Notes
- Use low-sodium chickpeas if preferred.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat.
- Delicious served on salads, wraps, soups, or grain bowls.
- Fresh herbs can be added after cooking for additional flavor.