Cajun Spiced Roasted Chickpeas (Printable)
Boldly seasoned chickpeas oven roasted to a crispy, crunchy texture with Cajun spice blend.
# What You Need:
→ Chickpeas
01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
→ Spices & Seasoning
02 - 1 ½ tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
04 - ½ tsp garlic powder
05 - ½ tsp onion powder
06 - ½ tsp dried oregano
07 - ½ tsp dried thyme
08 - ½ tsp cayenne pepper
09 - ½ tsp ground black pepper
10 - ½ tsp salt
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F.
02 - Pat chickpeas completely dry with paper towels, removing as much moisture as possible to ensure maximum crispiness.
03 - Toss chickpeas with olive oil in a mixing bowl until evenly coated.
04 - Add smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Toss thoroughly to coat chickpeas evenly with the spice mixture.
05 - Spread seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
06 - Roast for 35 to 40 minutes, shaking the baking sheet halfway through cooking, until chickpeas are golden brown, crispy, and slightly darkened.
07 - Allow chickpeas to cool completely before serving. They will continue to crisp up as they cool.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They hit that perfect spot between salty and spicy without wrecking your health goals
- The spice blend keeps everyone asking what you put on them
- You probably have everything in your pantry right now
02 -
- Under-dried chickpeas will never get crispy no matter how long you roast them
- They're best within three days but let's be honest, they won't last that long
- Shake the pan midway or you'll burn some while leaving others soft
03 -
- Rub them gently between towels to remove the loose skins for extra crunch
- Avocado oil handles high heat better if you roast at 425°F