If you are craving a high-protein, crunchy snack that is ready in less than 15 minutes, these Air Fryer Chickpeas are the plant-based snack that you’re looking for! This naturally gluten-free snack is packed with fiber and plant-based protein, easy to crunch on during a busy day or top over your favorite salad.
Air Fryer Chickpeas can be customized to the exact flavor that you are going for whether it’s sweet, salty, savory, or spicy, using the seasoning of choice that you prefer. That is the best benefit of this crispy snack.
Why you’ll love crispy Air Fryer Chickpeas:
- Easy snack ready in less than 15 minutes.
- Loaded with fiber and plant-based protein, that helps you stay full longer too!
- Naturally gluten-free.
- Easy to customize with your favorite flavors using spices and seasonings.
- Great crunchy texture due to the way the heat circulates in the air fryer.
Ingredients for Air Fryer Chickpeas:
- Canned Chickpeas
- Seasoning of Choice
- Olive Oil Spray
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Rinse and drain the chickpeas and add to a bowl.
- Coat with olive oil spray or spray of choice and seasoning.
- Evenly place in the basket of the air fryer or Ninja Foodi.
- Cook at 390 degrees F for 10-12 minutes, check them after 6 minutes, be sure to watch these closely as all air fryers heat differently.
Why are Chickpeas good for you?
Chickpeas can be a good alternative for a healthy snack, instead of chips or other processed products. They are full of fiber and nutrients, plus lots of protein too.
They are also plant-based, which happens to be something many are looking for these days. They are also known as Garbanzo Beans.
Do you use Canned Chickpeas to make Air Fryer Chickpeas?
This recipe will be made using canned chickpeas, typically a 16oz can of chickpeas is plenty for 2-4 people.
These do need to be rinsed and drained before placing in the air fryer. By removing as much moisture as possible it will make them even more crispy.
Tips for Making Air Fryer Chickpeas:
As mentioned above, the chickpeas should be drained and rinsed first, then dry them out as much as possible with a paper towel. Once this is done carefully and evenly place them in the air fryer.
It’s best to place the chickpeas in a bowl. These can be coated with grapeseed oil spray or olive oil oil spray. Once these are coated, season them with the seasoning of your choice before cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the basket, keep in an even layer as much as possible.
- Use light spritz of oil sprays to get them nice and crispy on the outside.
- If you have leftovers, you can add them back to the air fryer to crisp them up again before eating.
Best Seasoning Variations:
We prefer to use no-salt seasonings such as these Salt-Free blends from Mrs. Dash. That said, you can easily use what is already in your pantry with a variety of seasoning combinations. From sweet, salty, to savory, you can make air fried chickpeas fit the craving you have!
- Chili Lime
- Garlic and Herb
- Curry Powder
- Smoked Paprika with Pepper
- Lemon Pepper
- Cayenne Pepper and Cajun Seasoning for a Spicy Flavor
How to Store Air Fried Chickpeas:
Once fully cooled, place them in a jar or container, it can be loosely covered, so that it does not trap moisture inside. Do not place them in the fridge, or they will get soggy.
Leave at room temperature for 2-3 days. They will soften as they sit out but can be placed back in the air fryer at 375 degrees F for 2 minutes to restore texture, use a spritz of oil spray as needed.
Air Fryer Chickpeas are the perfect, customizable snack that can meet your carvings for a crispy snack that is full of plant-based protein and fiber. This snack is great for a handful throughout the day or to top over your favorite salad recipe!
Air Fryer Chickpeas
Ingredients
- 16 oz Canned Chickpeas Rinsed and Drained
- Cooking Oil Spray of Choice Grapeseed, Coconut, Avocado, Etc.
- 2 Tsp Seasoning of Choice
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the chickpeas, use a paper towel and dry them out as much as possible, then add them to a bowl.
- Coat with olive oil spray or spray of choice and seasoning.
- Evenly place in the basket of the air fryer or Ninja Foodi.
- Cook at 390°F for 10-12 minutes, check them after 6 minutes, be sure to watch these closely as all air fryers heat differently.
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