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    Smoky Roasted Chickpeas

    Published: Aug 5, 2016 · Modified: Aug 28, 2020 by Jenn Sebestyen

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    Smoky Roasted Chickpeas - simple, quick and affordable! These crunchy roasted chickpeas are just as addictive as potato chips, but much healthier for you! Perfect for party appetizers, lunchbox nibbles, or afternoon snacking. If you're a salty snacker, you are going to love these! Kid approved too!

    Simple, quick and affordable, these crunchy, smoky roasted chickpeas are as fun and satisfying as potato chips, but much healthier.

    Overhead view of Smoky Roasted Chickpeas in a small blue bowl on a wooden board. More chickpeas sprinkled on the board next to the bowl.

    I don’t often crave salty snacks. I have much more of a sweet tooth, specifically for chocolate. My usual cravings can be satisfied by things like Peaches & Cream Donuts or Peanut Butter Chocolate Cupcakes.

    However, sometimes there is nothing better than a crunchy, salty snack. I can take down some chips and salsa like my life depends on it. If I start eating potato chips, I might eat the whole bag before I’m done.

    These Smoky Roasted Chickpeas are a lifesaver when it comes to healthy snacking. They are super crunchy, loaded with flavor and salty goodness, and best yet, they are easy, affordable and healthy! Oh, and did I mention they are oil-free? I can take down a whole batch of these babies easily too, but I don’t have to worry about my waistline expanding like I would if I tore open that bag of potato chips. Get your (healthy) snack on!

    A small glass jar one it's side with roasted chickpeas spilling out. Small blue of roasted chickpeas in front.

    Just 4 ingredients is all you need to make this smoky, salty, crunchy snack a reality in your kitchen. I can pretty much guarantee you probably have all of them in your pantry right now, especially if you’ve made any of my recipes recently. Chickpeas, smoked paprika, cumin and salt. I’ll wait while you go check…….Got it? Good! Now, if you’ve got 30 minutes – almost all of that hands off, by the way – you’re all set!

    Smoky Roasted Chickpeas sprinkled about on a wooden board.

    The most important thing to remember for this recipe is to make sure to dry the cooked chickpeas really well!! Let them hang out in a colander for a few minutes, shaking it every once in awhile to let the water drain through. Spread them out in an even layer on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Cover with another dish towel or paper towels and rub them until they are as dry as you can get them. If they are too moist, they won’t get crispy, so do not skip this step!

    These Smoky Roasted Chickpeas are the perfect snack for any time of day. Coffee Break – check! After school snack – check! Post dinner munchies – check! Wine tasting – check! Game time – check! You can even take them on-the-go – to the park, on a hike, at the pool. My kids love these too!

    Crunchy chickpeas are also a great addition to soups and salads. I use a similar version of crunchy roasted chickpeas in my Black Bean Taco Salad.

    Smoky Roasted Chickpeas spilling out of a glass jar on it's side.

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    Smoky Roasted Chickpeas

    Smoky Roasted Chickpeas – simple, quick and affordable. These salty, crunchy chickpeas are just as fun as potato chips, but so much healthier! Kid approved too!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Snacks
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Servings: 8 people
    Calories: 51kcal
    Author: Jenn Sebestyen

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cups cooked chickpeas (or 1 15oz can drained, rinsed)
    • 2 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon cumin
    • 1 teaspoon salt

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
    • Be sure to pat dry your cooked chickpeas. Whether you cooked them from dried beans or opened up a can – you MUST dry them well. Place them in a single layer on a clean dish towel or paper towels, cover with another dish towel or paper towels and rub until completely dry.
    • Mix all ingredients in a bowl thoroughly.
    • Place chickpeas on the prepared baking sheet.
    • Roast 25-35 minutes, shaking the pan at the 15 minute mark, again at 25 minute mark, and every 5 minutes after until crispy.
    • Let cool. They get even crunchier as they cool.
    • Store any leftovers in an airtight container. Make sure they are fully cooled first or they will get soggy.

    Notes

    These Smoky Roasted Chickpeas are definitely best on the day they are made. They will keep for a couple of days in an airtight container, but they will lose some of their crunchiness.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 85g | Calories: 51kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Sodium: 427mg | Potassium: 5mg | Fiber: 2g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 0.8mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.4mg

    Nutrition values are calculated using online calculators and are estimates only. Please verify using your own data.

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    1. Sam says

      May 06, 2018 at 5:24 pm

      Does the spices really stick at your chickpeas? Made oil free roasted chickpeas before, but had not dry them to much, so they stick through the moisture, until they adhere through the baking.

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      • Jenn S. says

        May 06, 2018 at 9:14 pm

        Hi, Sam. Yes, as you can see from the photos, the spices do stick. I use canned beans and even after drying them well, there will be enough moisture to help the spices stick, but not get soggy.

        Reply
    2. Laura says

      August 12, 2016 at 10:41 am

      I love roasted chickpeas and the smoky flavour on them is always so delicious. Looks great!

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      • Jenn S. says

        August 12, 2016 at 1:02 pm

        Thank you, Laura! I love all things smoky!

        Reply
    3. Chrissa - Physical Kitchnesss says

      August 08, 2016 at 5:17 pm

      YES PLEASE! I used to be such a sweet tooth snacker but once I got off the sugar (which is always so hard) I became a total salty snacker. I LOVE those Inca corn nuts at Trader Joes. Crunchy and salty. These chickpeas look like a healthier option that I totally need to make!!

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        August 08, 2016 at 8:58 pm

        I still have a major sweet tooth, but every once in awhile I need the crunchy salty fix! I’ll have to look for those Inca corn nuts next time!

        Reply
    4. Strength and Sunshine says

      August 05, 2016 at 6:29 am

      One of my favorite homemade snacks! I actually haven’t made them in awhile though :O

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        August 05, 2016 at 9:04 am

        Sounds like it time to rotate them back in! 🙂

        Reply
    5. ameyfm says

      September 07, 2014 at 5:25 am

      yum!! I love roasted chickpeas so much. This sounds like a really great spice combo. Thanks for sharing your recipe. Good job on the first week of MoFo!

      Reply
      • sebestyen2 says

        September 07, 2014 at 12:03 pm

        Thanks so much!!

        Reply

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