Crispy Chickpeas (Spicy & Garlic) 🌶️🥜 | Quick & Easy Recipe
These **Crispy Chickpeas** are a crunchy, savory snack with a spicy and garlicky kick! Roasted to perfection, they’re packed with flavor and make for a healthy, addictive snack or topping for salads and soups.
Equipment
- - Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- - Mixing bowl
- Spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- - 1 can **chickpeas** 15 oz, drained and rinsed
- - 1 tablespoon **olive oil**
- - 1 teaspoon **garlic powder**
- - ½ teaspoon **onion powder**
- - ½ teaspoon **paprika**
- - ½ teaspoon **ground cumin**
- - ¼ teaspoon **cayenne pepper** adjust for spice level
- - ½ teaspoon **salt**
- - ¼ teaspoon **black pepper**
Instructions
- Preheat oven to **400°F (200°C)** and line a **baking sheet with parchment paper**.
- Pat the **chickpeas dry** with a towel to remove excess moisture (this helps them get crispy).
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the **chickpeas** with **olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, cayenne, salt, and pepper** until evenly coated.
- Spread the chickpeas in an even layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast for **25-30 minutes**, stirring halfway through, until the chickpeas are crispy and golden.
- Let them cool before serving or storing in an airtight container. Enjoy as a snack, salad topper, or side dish!