Let’s all agree that air-fried foods have a great texture and are prepared with little to no oil, making them healthier. A wide variety of foods, including sweet potatoes, mushrooms, carrots, and more, can be air-fried. We’ve got one more recipe for you. Crispy air-fried chickpeas is the name given to it. Chickpeas are a common food across the world. They play a significant role in Middle Eastern and Indian cuisines. These pearl-like, cream-colored beans are also referred to as garbanzo beans. They are incredibly adaptable and simple to prepare. Without further ado, let’s learn about this recipe in detail. Read below. I used my Instant Vortex Plus 6 Quart Air Fryer for this recipe. I love this because you can get the food in a single layer all at once, and dinner is ready in 30 minutes or less. Any air fryer brand like Cosori 5.8QT, Cuisinart Air Fryer Oven, Ninja Foodi, Instant Pot Duo Crisp works here.
Reasons you’ll love these Air Fryer Chickpeas
Done in less than 15 minutes. Ultra CRISPY Healthy and packed with nutrients, protein, and fiber. Easier, faster, and evenly cooked than in the oven. Perfect snack and toppings for soups, salads, curries, and bowls.
Ingredients to make Roasted Chickpeas
Here are a few ingredients for the Air Fryer Chickpeas recipe.
Cooked Chickpeas - I have cooked my Instant Pot Chickpeas for this recipe, or use 1 can of chickpeas drained & rinsed. Extra-virgin olive oil - is ideal for roasting and helps to crisp up the chickpeas in the air fryer. You may also use avocado oil or any other oil with a higher smoke point. Spices - I have used garlic powder, onion powder, red chili powder (or smoked paprika, cayenne), salt, and freshly ground pepper to give this air fryer roasted chickpeas a nice flavor.
How to Make Crispy Roasted Chickpeas in Air Fryer
Dry chickpeas: Pat the chickpeas dry using a paper towel - this helps make them as crisp as possible. Season: In a medium bowl, drizzle some olive oil over chickpeas and season with garlic powder, onion powder, red chili powder, salt, and pepper. Toss them well until well coated. Preheat: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Add the seasoned chickpeas to the air fryer basket and spread them in a single layer (cook in batches if required). Spray some oil on top if required. Air Fry: Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 12-14 minutes or until crispy. Shaking the basket a couple of times. Mine was cooked perfectly in 12 minutes. Serve: Take them out and adjust the seasoning. Serve while the roasted chickpeas are still warm and crispy.
How to Make Roasted Chickpeas in the Oven
Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the seasoned chickpeas evenly in a single layer. Bake at 425˚F for 20-30 minutes, tossing occasionally or until golden brown and crispy.
Serving Suggestions
You could eat these air-fried roasted chickpeas in many different ways.
as a snack (savory or sweet) as a topping for salads, soups, pasta
Seasoning for Roasted Chickpeas
Here are a few seasoning ideas
Indian: Use ½ teaspoon red chili powder, ½ teaspoon garam masala, ½ teaspoon chaat masala, and ½ teaspoon salt. Tex-Mex: Use 2 teaspoon of taco seasoning or fajita seasoning Italian: Use 1-2 teaspoon of Italian seasoning and ½ teaspoon of salt Cajun: Use 1-2 teaspoon cajun seasoning and ½ teaspoon of salt Cinnamon-Sugar/Honey: use 1 tablespoon sugar or honey combined with ½ teaspoon cinnamon, and then toss chickpeas in the seasoning after roasting.
Expert Tips & Notes
Cook in batches. Make sure to spread the chickpeas in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding, Cook in batches if needed. Shake the basket halfway: It’s important to shake it halfway through to allow the chickpeas to be cooked evenly. Make sure to pat the chickpeas dry with paper towels, as they help to make them more crispy. Finish eating crispy roasted chickpeas fast, as they lose their crispiness as time goes on. Also, make sure to store them at room temperature. The exact cooking time will vary based on the air fryer being used.
More Chickpea Recipes
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