Air Fryer Chickpeas – Perfectly Crispy!
Air Fryer Chickpeas are the ultimate crunchy, protein-packed snack that’s quick, healthy, and endlessly customizable. Made with simple pantry staples, these crispy chickpeas are perfect for snacking, tossing on salads, or adding to grain bowls. Ready in just 15 minutes, they’re a guilt-free alternative to chips or nuts.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack / Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired / Global
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
- ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Dry Chickpeas: Drain, rinse, and pat chickpeas dry with a towel. For best crispiness, let them air-dry for 1 hour if possible.
- Season: Toss chickpeas with olive oil, salt, pepper, and desired spices.
- Air Fry: Preheat air fryer to 390°F. Spread chickpeas in a single layer and cook 12–15 minutes, shaking basket every 5 minutes.
- Cool Slightly: Let cool a few minutes—they crisp up more as they rest.
- Serve: Enjoy warm or store for later.
Notes
- Removing chickpea skins helps them crisp up more.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket—cook in batches if needed.
- Shake the basket often for even cooking.
- For reheating, air fry 3–4 minutes to re-crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 batch
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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