Air Fryer Crispy Garlic Herb Chickpeas
Make perfectly crispy, savory chickpeas in your air fryer using a simple garlic and herb seasoning blend. These are great for snacking or topping meals.
- 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 thoroughly dried
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Rinse the canned chickpeas well under cold water. Pat them completely dry using paper towels or a clean kitchen cloth. This step is crucial for crispiness.
- In a medium bowl, toss the dried chickpeas with the olive oil until lightly coated.
- In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the oiled chickpeas and toss again until the spices adhere evenly.
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (195°C) for 3 minutes.
- 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 every 5 minutes to promote even browning and crisping.
- The chickpeas are done when they are golden brown and crunchy throughout.
- Remove from the air fryer and let them cool slightly before serving or storing.
Notes
- Drying the chickpeas completely is the most important step for achieving a truly crispy texture.
- For extra flavor, you can add 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder to the seasoning mix.
- If you prefer a Parmesan flavor, substitute 1/2 teaspoon of the herbs with grated Parmesan cheese, adding it during the last 3 minutes of cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 26
- Fiber: 7
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 0
