Spicy Roasted Chickpeas
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
These spicy roasted chickpeas are my go to snack whenever I'm craving something crunchy and flavorful. They're ridiculously easy to make, ready in less than an hour, and perfect for meal prep since they stay crispy for days. Chickpeas are packed with protein and fiber, so you're getting a genuinely nutritious treat instead of reaching for chips. The beauty of this recipe is that you probably have most of the spices already in your kitchen, making it incredibly budget friendly. Just toss, roast, and enjoy!
Ella x
Ingredients
- 800 gcanned chickpeas(drained and patted dry)
- 30 mlolive oil
- 10 gsmoked paprika
- 3 gcayenne pepper
- 5 ggarlic powder
- 5 gonion powder
- 5 gsea salt
- 2 gblack pepper
- 15 mllime juice
- 2 gdried chili flakes
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 200 degrees Celsius and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: A hot oven ensures the chickpeas crisp up nicely rather than just drying out.
- 2
Drain and rinse your canned chickpeas thoroughly, then spread them on a clean kitchen towel and pat them completely dry. Any moisture will prevent them from crisping.
Tip: Take your time with this step because dry chickpeas are the secret to that satisfying crunch.
- 3
In a large bowl, combine the olive oil and lime juice, then toss in the dried chickpeas until they're evenly coated.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, black pepper, and chili flakes.
Tip: Mixing your spices together first ensures even distribution throughout all the chickpeas.
- 5
Sprinkle the spice mixture over the oiled chickpeas and toss vigorously until every single chickpea is coated with the spice blend.
- 6
Spread the chickpeas in a single layer on your prepared baking sheet, trying not to overcrowd them.
Tip: A single layer allows hot air to circulate, giving you maximum crispiness.
- 7
Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the chickpeas are golden brown and crispy throughout.
Tip: They'll continue to crisp up a bit as they cool, so don't worry if they seem slightly soft when hot.
- 8
Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet before storing in an airtight container.
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