Air Fryer Crispy Garlic Herb Chickpeas
Make perfectly crunchy chickpeas in your air fryer seasoned with garlic and herbs for a satisfying snack or salad topping.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 20 min
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (195°C).
- Thoroughly dry the rinsed chickpeas. Pat them completely dry using paper towels or a clean kitchen cloth. This step is key for crispiness.
- In a medium bowl, toss the dried chickpeas with olive oil until lightly coated.
- In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Add the seasoning mix to the oiled chickpeas and toss until evenly coated.
- Place the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if necessary.
- Air fry for 12 to 15 minutes, shaking the basket vigorously halfway through (around the 7-minute mark).
- Continue cooking until the chickpeas are golden brown and crunchy.
- Remove from the air fryer and let them cool slightly before serving. They will crisp up more as they cool.
Notes
- For extra crunch, you can cook them for an additional 2-3 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Store cooled, leftover chickpeas in a loosely covered container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Do not seal tightly, as this traps moisture and reduces crispness.
- Add 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder or smoked paprika with the herbs for flavor variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 7
- Protein: 9
- Cholesterol: 0