Description
Transform canned chickpeas into addictively crispy, protein-packed snacks in just 15 minutes using your air fryer. This healthy alternative to chips delivers maximum crunch with minimal oil.
Ingredients
Scale
- 19 oz can of chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for optimal crispiness
- Drain and rinse chickpeas thoroughly – no need to pat dry
- Toss chickpeas with olive oil and all spices in a mixing bowl
- Transfer entire batch to air fryer basket in a single layer
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking basket every 5 minutes
- Remove when golden and crispy, then season to taste
- Store in an open container to maintain crispiness
Notes
- Don’t overcrowd the basket – chickpeas need space for air circulation to get crispy
- Shake the basket multiple times during cooking for even browning and maximum crunch
- Add delicate spices like nutritional yeast or herbs after cooking to prevent burning
- For extra crispy results, add 2-3 minutes to cooking time but watch carefully
- Try different oil types like avocado or coconut oil for unique flavor profiles
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 134
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 195mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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