Crispy Spicy Roasted Chickpeas Recipe
A simple and delicious recipe for crispy, spicy roasted chickpeas, perfect for a snack or salad topping. These chickpeas are seasoned with a blend of cumin, paprika, chili powder, and red pepper flakes, then roasted until golden and crunchy.
Equipment
- Oven
- sheet pan
- Kitchen Towel
- Bowl
- airtight container
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 15-ounce cans chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon coarse salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Lay the drained and rinsed chickpeas on a sheet pan, then pat them thoroughly dry with a kitchen towel.
- In a bowl, combine the spices. Sprinkle this mixture over the chickpeas and drizzle with olive oil, tossing until all chickpeas are evenly coated.
- Spread the coated chickpeas in an even layer on the baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until very crispy, ensuring to stir once about halfway through the cooking time.
- Remove the sheet pan from the oven and allow the roasted chickpeas to cool completely.
- Store the cooled roasted chickpeas in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Notes
These roasted chickpeas are a great healthy snack alternative and can be added to salads or bowls for extra crunch and protein. Ensure they are completely dry before seasoning for maximum crispiness.