Crispy BBQ Roasted Chickpeas
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
4 (1/4-cup servings)
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Calories
122 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Condiments, Snacks
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Cuisine
Vegan
Crispy BBQ Roasted Chickpeas
Description
This recipe for Crispy BBQ Roasted Chickpeas starts by draining and drying canned chickpeas very well to remove moisture, which aids crisping during baking. The chickpeas can be peeled partially or fully to increase crunchiness, though leaving some skins on is fine.
Once dried, the chickpeas are coated lightly with avocado oil to help the seasoning stick, then baked at 350°F (176°C) for approximately 45 minutes until golden and crispy. The spice blend includes smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and maple syrup for a subtle sweetness and smoky warmth. Optional cayenne adds extra heat.
The baking process creates a crunchy exterior on each chickpea while preserving a bit of chewiness inside. These make a portable, flavorful snack or a crunchy topping for salads and bowls. The recipe notes that replacing maple syrup with coconut sugar was less effective for coating the chickpeas, indicating the importance of the syrup's stickiness.
Ingredients
- 1 (15-ounce) chickpeas very well drained + thoroughly dried, canned
- 1 Tbsp avocado oil if avoiding oil, omit and don’t rinse chickpeas - just drain, or other neutral oil
- 2 tsp maple syrup
- 1 ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 3/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (176 C) and set out a bare (or parchment-lined) baking sheet (or more as needed).
- Drain chickpeas well. If using oil, rinse well with water and thoroughly drain. If omitting oil, simply drain well and skip rinsing with water.
- Once drained well, spread the chickpeas out on a clean, absorbent towel and use your hands to gently roll and dry the chickpeas. Some of the skins should start coming off. You can opt to peel all of the chickpeas — which can help for extra crispiness! — or simply remove the skins that come off. Either way, the chickpeas will crisp up. I just found that peeling them does yield slightly crispier chickpeas.
- Transfer the chickpeas to a mixing bowl and top with oil. Mix well to combine. DO NOT add the other seasonings at this point — they can interrupt the crisping process, so wait to add until after baking.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown and dry/crispy to the touch. We like turning the pan around and shaking the chickpeas around the halfway point for even cooking. Note: Peeled chickpeas cook faster than unpeeled. If omitting oil, they will also cook faster.
- Remove your chickpeas from the oven and prepare your BBQ seasoning. In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine the maple syrup, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, sea salt, black pepper, and cayenne (optional) until a paste forms.
- Pour in your still-warm chickpeas and toss gently to evenly coat them with the seasoning mixture. Place them back on the cookie sheet to cool fully and so the seasoning can dry/set.
- Enjoy as a protein-rich snack or use atop things like grain bowls, kale salads, or our easy and summery chopped salad! To store, place in a storage container or jar and DO NOT tightly cover. Instead, crack lid so they can “breathe” a bit. This helps them stay crispy longer. These are best the first day, but they will last for 4-5 days at room temperature. Alternatively, seal well and freeze up to 1 month.
Notes
- Ensure chickpeas are dried thoroughly for maximum crispiness; peeling skins helps crisp them further.
- Maple syrup helps the spice blend adhere better than alternatives like coconut sugar.
- Omitting oil is possible for an oil-free version; skip rinsing if doing so but expect slightly different texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4(1/4-cup servings)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 122 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1quarter-cup serving | |
| Calories | 122 | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 15.9g | 5% |
| Protein | 4.2g | 8% |
| Fat | 5.1g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.7g | 14% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 287mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 91mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4.3g | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 512IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 32.7mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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