Air Fryer Chickpeas (No Oil)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
166 kcal
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Course
Snacks
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Cuisine
Middle Eastern
Air Fryer Chickpeas (No Oil)
Description
To prepare Air Fryer Chickpeas, canned chickpeas are drained, rinsed, and dried before being tossed with a balanced blend of warm and aromatic spices including garlic, onion, cumin, chili powder, cinnamon, and salt. Cooking in an air fryer at 350°F crisps the chickpeas evenly with periodic shaking to ensure all sides brown. The result is a crunchy, dry snack that holds its texture at room temperature for several days.
The chickpeas can be seasoned with other spice blends such as curry powder or zaatar for variety, or coated with dry packets like ranch flavoring. Tossing cooked chickpeas with parmesan powder adds cheesy notes but should be done after cooking to avoid burning.
Oven roasting is an alternative method at 400°F, requiring about 25-30 minutes and occasional stirring to achieve similar results. Proper drying of chickpeas before cooking helps obtain the best crispness.
Leftovers should be stored uncovered or with ample airflow at room temperature to avoid sogginess and maintain crunchiness for 4-5 days.
Ingredients
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 can chickpeas 400g (14.5oz) drained, rinsed, and patted dry, drained
Instructions
- Preheat to 350F (180C)
- Mix together all the spices, and add to a bowl along with the chickpeas. Toss well to combine.
- Add all the chickpeas to the air fryer basket. Cook for 15-20 minutes in the air fryer, shaking every 5 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
- Store at room temperature 4-5 days (not in an airtight container).
Notes
- Oven roast at 400°F for 25-30 minutes with stirring every 10 minutes as an alternative to air frying.
- Experiment with various seasoning blends like curry powder, zaatar, ranch powder, or nutritional yeast for different flavors.
- Add parmesan powder after cooking to avoid burning and achieve a cheesy taste.
- Store leftovers uncovered or with air flow at room temperature to keep chickpeas crispy for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 166 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 166kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 155mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 300mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 66IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 53mg | 5% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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