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Oil Free Air Fryer Chickpeas [Five Flavours!]

Crispy air fryer chickpeas! The ultimate crunchy, healthy snack that's simple to make and absolutely addictive! With five flavour options to choose from.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 3 Servings
Calories: 125 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Snacks
Cuisine: International

Ingredients

For the Chickpeas
  • 15 ounce can, no salt added chickpeas drained, but reserve the liquid and DO NOT rinse
  • 1 tablespoon aquafaba (the liquid from the can you reserved)
Smoky Spicy
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
Chili Lime
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
Sweet Cinnamon (Churros)
  • 1 tablespoon coconut sugar or granulated sugar of choice
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Italian
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
Ranch
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon dried dill weed
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Drain your chickpeas over a bowl, so you can reserve a tablespoon of the aquafaba, and do NOT rinse them.
  2. Place the drained (but not rinsed) chickpeas in your fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry at 400 degrees F for 10 minutes, mixing at the halfway point.
  3. Meanwhile, combine the tablespoon of aquafaba (and lime juice for the chili lime option) with HALF of your seasonings for your flavour of choice. Then open the fryer (once cooked for 10 mins) and evenly pour the mixture over the chickpeas and mix well to evenly coat. Continue air frying for another 5-7 minutes, until desired crispiness is reached. Make sure to mix them every few minutes, to prevent burning.
  4. Immediately transfer your air fried chickpeas to a bowl and sprinkle with the remaining seasoning while they're still hot. Mix well and enjoy.

Notes

  • Do not rinse the chickpeas. Rinsing them makes the skins come loose and then they burn if you don't remove them all, which is tedious and completely unnecessary.
  • Use no salt added chickpeas since we're not rinsing them, to control the sodium level.
  • No need to dry the chickpeas. Your fryer will dry them for you, making this recipe easier than ever!
  • Mix your chickpeas every few minutes once seasoned, to prevent burning.
  • Store leftovers in a paper bag at room temperature. Do not refrigerate or place in a sealed container or they will get moist and lose their crispiness.
  • The nutritional information is for one third of a batch, but does not include the seasoning.
  • Edited June 2021 to add two additional flavours, Italian + ranch.

Nutrition Information

Calories 125cal (6%) Carbohydrates 19g (6%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 3g (5%) Sodium 3mg (0%) Potassium 204mg (6%) Fiber 6g (24%) Vitamin A 21IU (0%) Calcium 50mg (5%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 125

% Daily Value*

Calories 125cal 6%
Carbohydrates 19g 6%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 3g 5%
Sodium 3mg 0%
Potassium 204mg 4%
Fiber 6g 24%
Vitamin A 21IU 0%
Calcium 50mg 5%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.