Ingredients
Equipment
Mixing bowl
Baking Sheet
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly.
- Spread the chickpeas on a clean kitchen towel and pat them completely dry.
- Transfer the chickpeas to a large bowl and toss with olive oil, smoked paprika, regular paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through.
- Add the minced fresh garlic and toss carefully.
- Return to the oven and roast for another 8-10 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and allow the chickpeas to cool for several minutes; they will become crispier as they cool.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve.
Nutrition
Notes
Dry the chickpeas thoroughly before roasting for the crispiest results.
Add fresh garlic toward the end of roasting so it doesn't burn.
For extra heat, add cayenne pepper or chili flakes.
Enjoy as a snack or use as a crunchy topping for soups, salads, grain bowls, and roasted vegetables.
Add fresh garlic toward the end of roasting so it doesn't burn.
For extra heat, add cayenne pepper or chili flakes.
Enjoy as a snack or use as a crunchy topping for soups, salads, grain bowls, and roasted vegetables.