Chickpea Kickers
Get ready to elevate your snacking game with these crispy, zesty Chickpea Kickers! Bursting with bold flavors from paprika, cumin, chili powder, and a hint of optional cayenne heat, these roasted chickpeas are the perfect guilt-free treat. With just a handful of pantry staples and minimal prep time, you can whip up a batch of these crunchy delights in under 40 minutes. Whether you enjoy them as a savory snack, a crunchy salad topper, or a hearty addition to grain bowls, Chickpea Kickers deliver a satisfying punch of protein and spice. Plus, they’re vegan, gluten-free, and easy to store, making them a perfect on-the-go snack for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp chili powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp optional cayenne pepper (for extra heat)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold water. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Removing excess moisture will help them crisp up in the oven.
Spread the dried chickpeas on the prepared baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. This step helps the chickpeas dry out further and ensures they turn crunchy.
While the chickpeas are roasting, mix the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper in a small bowl.
Remove the partially roasted chickpeas from the oven and transfer them to a mixing bowl. Add the spice mixture, tossing well to coat the chickpeas evenly.
Return the spiced chickpeas to the baking sheet and spread them out in a single layer. Roast for another 15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
Let the chickpeas cool completely on the baking sheet. They will continue to crisp up as they cool.
Serve immediately as a snack or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Enjoy your zesty Chickpea Kickers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
652 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.8 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1918 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 18.8 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 532 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
