Crispy Chickpea Snack (Printable Version)

Crunchy spiced chickpeas roasted to golden perfection. A protein-packed, satisfying snack ready in under an hour.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chickpeas

01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

→ Seasoning & Coating

02 - 1½ tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - ½ teaspoon ground cumin
05 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
06 - ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)
07 - ¾ teaspoon fine sea salt
08 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Pat the chickpeas completely dry with paper towels—removing as much moisture as possible ensures maximum crispiness.
03 - Spread chickpeas in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through cooking.
04 - Remove from oven. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
05 - Return to oven and roast for another 12–15 minutes, shaking once, until golden brown and crispy throughout.
06 - Let cool for 10 minutes—chickpeas continue to crisp as they cool. Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Theyre shockingly addictive, the kind of snack that makes you wonder where the whole bowl went
  • Perfect for when you want something crunchy and satisfying without reaching for potato chips
  • You probably have everything in your pantry right now, no special shopping required
02 -
  • The drying step is where most people fail, and I learned this the hard way after making soggy chickpeas three times in a row
  • They might feel slightly soft when you first take them out of the oven, but that final cooling phase is where the magic happens
  • Do not overcrowd the baking sheet or they will steam instead of roast, defeating the entire purpose
03 -
  • Let the baking sheet cool completely between batches if you are making more than one, otherwise the second batch will not crisp properly
  • Taste one chickpea after the final cooling and add more salt if needed, as proper seasoning is what makes these truly addictive
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