Description
A healthy, crunchy snack made with canned chickpeas, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder, baked to perfection for a savory and satisfying treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (15 oz / 425g each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup (50g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water thoroughly. Spread them on paper towels and pat dry as much as possible.
- Transfer the dried chickpeas to a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika if using. Toss again until well coated.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and gently fold it in to coat the chickpeas.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Spread the chickpeas out in a single layer without crowding.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the chickpeas for 25 to 30 minutes, shaking or stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even crispiness.
- Watch closely toward the end to prevent burning. Once golden and crispy, remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for at least 5 minutes.
- Serve immediately or store cooled chickpeas in an airtight container at room temperature.
Notes
Drying the chickpeas thoroughly before baking is critical for crispiness. Stir or shake the chickpeas every 10 minutes during baking to ensure even cooking. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and texture. Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to prevent soggy chickpeas. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature and re-crisp in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes if needed.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 of the rec
- Calories: 210
- Sodium: 320
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 10
Keywords: crispy chickpeas, baked chickpeas, Parmesan chickpeas, garlic chickpeas, healthy snack, easy snack, vegetarian snack