Ingredients
1 15oz. can chickpeas
3 tsp cooking oil, divided
1/2 Tbsp seasoning of choice:
Everything Bagel seasoning
Cajun seasoning
Seasoning salt (Lawry’s)
Steak seasoning
Curry powder
Ranch seasoning
Italian seasoning
Garlic herb seasoning
Cinnamon and sugar
Taco seasoning
Instructions
Rinse and drain one can of chickpeas well. For extra crispy chickpeas, press the chickpeas between some paper towels or a lint-free kitchen towel to dry.
Add the drained chickpeas to a bowl and drizzle with 2 teaspoons cooking oil. Stir to coat.
Preheat the air fryer to 400ºF (if your air fryer does not have a pre-heat function, let it run empty for 2-3 minutes on 400ºF).
Add the chickpeas to the air fryer basket and spread them into a single layer. Air fry the chickpeas for 5 minutes, then shake to stir. Air fry for an additional 5 minutes and shake again. Check the chickpeas for doneness and add 2-3 more minutes or until they reach your desired level of doneness (we do 13 minutes total).
Transfer the air fried chickpeas to a bowl, drizzle with the second 1 teaspoon oil to help the seasoning stick, and stir to coat. Add your favorite seasoning and salt, if needed, then stir to coat again. Enjoy while warm and crispy!
Key Points About Ingredients:
- Canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans) are a pantry staple packed with plant-based protein and fiber, making them a nutritious base for this snack.
- Thoroughly drying chickpeas with paper towels before air frying is the key step to achieving maximum crispiness — moisture is the enemy of crunch.
- Using 3 teaspoons of oil total — 2 before cooking and 1 after — ensures even crisping and helps the seasoning adhere perfectly to every chickpea.
- Seasoning is added after cooking so it doesn't burn in the high heat of the air fryer, preserving bold, fresh flavor in every bite.
- Air fryer chickpeas are best enjoyed immediately while warm and crispy; they will soften as they cool but can be re-crisped in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes.
Key Nutritional Insights:
- Chickpeas are an excellent source of plant-based protein, providing about 7g per serving to help keep you full and satisfied between meals.
- With roughly 6g of dietary fiber per serving, these chickpeas support digestive health and contribute to steady blood sugar levels.
- Air frying uses significantly less oil than deep frying, keeping the total fat content low while still delivering an irresistibly crispy texture.
- Chickpeas are a good source of iron and folate, two nutrients especially important for energy metabolism and red blood cell production.
- This snack is naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan, making it suitable for a wide range of dietary needs and preferences.
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size1
- Amount per serving
- Calories161
- Standard DV% Daily Value*
- Total Fat6 g72 g8.33%
- Saturated Fat0.5 g20 g2.5%
- Trans Fat0 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat1.8 g
- Monounsaturated Fat3.2 g
- Cholesterol0 mg300 mg0%
- Sodium221 mg2300 mg9.61%
- Total Carbohydrate20 g275 g7.27%
- Dietary Fiber6 g28 g21.43%
- Total Sugars3 g
- Added Sugars0 g50 g0%
- Sugar Alcohal0 g
- Protein7 g50 g14%
- Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol)0 mcg20 mcg0%
- Calcium49 mg1300 mg3.77%
- Iron2.4 mg18 mg13.33%
- Potassium239 mg4700 mg5.09%
- Vitamin A15 mcg900 mcg1.67%
- Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)1 mg90 mg1.11%
- Vitamin E (Tocopherol)1 mg15 mg6.67%
- Vitamin K5 mcg120 mcg4.17%
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)0.1 mg1.2 mg8.33%
- Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)0.06 mg1.3 mg4.62%
- Vitamin B3 (Niacin)0.5 mg16 mg3.13%
- Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)0.14 mg1.7 mg8.24%
- Folate141 mcg400 mcg35.25%
- Vitamin B12 (Cobalamine)0 mcg2.4 mcg0%
- Biotin3 mcg30 mcg10%
- Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid)0.3 mg5 mg6%
- Choline32 mg550 mg5.82%
- Phosphorus138 mg1250 mg11.04%
- Iodine2 mcg150 mcg1.33%
- Magnesium39 mg420 mg9.29%
- Zinc1.3 mg11 mg11.82%
- Selenium3 mcg55 mcg5.45%
- Copper0.29 mg0.9 mg32.22%
- Manganese1 mg2.3 mg43.48%
- Chromium1 mcg35 mcg2.86%
- Molybdenum72 mcg45 mcg160%
- Chloride18 mg2300 mg0.78%
