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Crispy Air Fryer Chickpeas Your New Favorite Healthy Snack

Air Fryer Crispy Chickpeas

These Air Fryer Crispy Chickpeas are a crunchy, protein-packed snack ready in 15 minutes. With simple seasonings and a foolproof method, they’re perfect for on-the-go munching, as a salad topper, or part of an appetizer spread.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 (15-ounce) can canned chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin optional, for depth of flavor

Equipment

  • Air Fryer,
  • Colander
  • paper towels.
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas in a colander under cold water until the aquafaba residue is removed.
  2. Pat the chickpeas completely dry using paper towels or a clean kitchen towel. Let them air dry for 10 minutes if needed to ensure maximum crispiness.
  3. In a mixing bowl, toss the dried chickpeas with olive oil until lightly and evenly coated.
  4. (Optional) Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for instant crisping.
  5. Place chickpeas in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10 minutes.
  6. Remove the basket, shake it, and return chickpeas to the bowl. Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and optional cumin. Toss to coat evenly.
  7. Return chickpeas to the air fryer and cook for an additional 5–7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway, until golden and crisp.
  8. Transfer chickpeas to a bowl or baking sheet to cool. They’ll continue crisping as they cool. Store in an airtight container with a paper towel to retain texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 7gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 320mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Cindy's Tip: The secret to super-crispy chickpeas is complete dryness — make sure to pat them thoroughly after rinsing. Any leftover moisture leads to steaming and chewiness instead of crispiness.
Reheating: If chickpeas lose their crunch, simply re-air fry for 2–3 minutes at 350°F (175°C).
Seasoning Variations: Try Everything Bagel seasoning, cinnamon-sugar for sweet, or chili-lime for a spicy kick.
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