Roasted Chickpeas
Crispy, roasted chickpeas seasoned to perfection create a healthy, flavorful snack. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, they are ideal for everyday enjoyment.
Servings: 4 people
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Ingredients
- 2 cups canned chickpeas drained and rinsed (or 1½ cups cooked from dry)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp ayenne pepper for heat Optional
- tsp cumin for earthy flavor
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for even baking and easy cleanup.
- Drain and rinse chickpeas thoroughly. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Dry chickpeas roast crispier.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and optional spices. Toss chickpeas until fully coated with the oil and spice mixture.
- Spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Avoid overlapping to ensure even roasting.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, shaking or stirring every 10 minutes for uniform crisping. Chickpeas should be golden brown and crunchy on the outside.
- Allow chickpeas to cool for 5–10 minutes. They continue to crisp as they cool. Serve immediately or store properly.