Ingredients
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 2 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 1/2 teaspoons seasoning salt (or your preferred seasoning)
Instructions
- Dry the chickpeas: Spread the chickpeas on paper towels and pat them dry. Let them air dry for 10 minutes or up to an hour.
- Toss with oil: In a bowl, toss the chickpeas with 1 1/2 teaspoons of oil.
- Air fry:
Place the chickpeas in a single layer in your air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F for 11-14 minutes, shaking the basket every 4 minutes. - Season: Transfer the chickpeas back to the bowl and add the remaining 1 teaspoon of oil and the seasoning. Toss to coat.
Seasoning Options
- My Go-To Blend: Combine 1 1/4 teaspoons smoked paprika, 3/4 teaspoons ground chili powder, 3/4 teaspoons ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper.
- Cajun Seasoning
- Everything Bagel Seasoning
- Ranch Seasoning
- Taco Seasoning
- Herbes de Provence
Tips
- Dry the chickpeas thoroughly for the best crunch.
- Re-crisp chickpeas in the air fryer if they soften after storage.
- Different air fryers cook differently, so check the chickpeas for doneness after 10 minutes.
Serving Suggestions
- Snack on them straight out of the air fryer
- Top salads and soups
- Add to meal bowls
- Use as an alternative to nuts in snack mixes
