Crispy Spiced Chickpea Snack (Printable)

Crunchy roasted chickpeas with warming spices—a protein-packed treat for healthy snacking.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chickpeas

01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

→ Seasoning & Coating

02 - 1½ tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - ½ teaspoon ground cumin
05 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
06 - ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
07 - ¾ teaspoon fine sea salt
08 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Pat the chickpeas dry thoroughly with paper towels, removing as much moisture as possible for maximum crispiness.
03 - Spread chickpeas on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through.
04 - Remove from oven, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
05 - Return to oven and roast for another 12–15 minutes, shaking once, until golden and crisp.
06 - Let cool for 10 minutes—the chickpeas will continue to crisp up as they cool. Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The crunch factor is seriously addictive once you nail the roasting time
  • Protein packed snack that actually satisfies the afternoon munchies
  • Endless spice variations mean you never get bored
02 -
  • Drying the chickpeas thoroughly is nonnegotiable, so take your time with the paper towels
  • The cooling period is when they actually reach maximum crunchiness, so do not skip it
03 -
  • If you have extra time, peel the skins off each chickpea before roasting for the crunchiest version possible
  • Store them in a paper bag if they lose some crunch, and retoast for 5 minutes to revive them
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