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How To Make Crispy Roasted Chickpeas

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By: Sarah BondUpdated: Jan 19, 2023 11 Comments

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Craving something crunchy and addictive? Crispy oven-roasted chickpeas are the best (and easiest) healthy snack. I’m sharing eight recipe variations with you, from sweet cinnamon-sugar roasted chickpeas to savory ranch chickpeas. Take your pick or make them all! Recipes ready within 30 minutes

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Are you craving something crunchy and addictive? Do you have a can of long forgotten chickpeas sitting in your pantry? If you answered yes to any of the above then read on, because these flavorful roasted chickpeas are your solution!

Roasted chickpeas are one of my favorite chickpea recipes, and are probably the best thing I’ve discovered while conducting my questionable kitchen experiments in the name of being a nutritionist. I mean, mostly because they are tasty and addictive, but also because they:

  • Can’t go wrong, if they could, I would have done it.
  • Are forgiving; You know what they’ll taste like before you bake em…just taste the seasoning! And if it’s not quite right, just sprinkle more yums on when they come out of the oven
  • Are healthy, packing in protein, fiber, and a bunch of nutrients (all about chickpea nutrition here!)
  • Are the perfect vessel for herb and spice experimentation! I’ve included 8 ideas for you here, but feel free to play around! And if you fail, it’s okay because they…
  • Are cheap! Less than a dollar a can!

Sow while this post used to contain a measly two chickpea flavors, we’ve taken it up a notch and added a bunch more to bring you 8 delicious roasted chickpea flavors you’ll love!

Chickpeas vs. Garbanzo?

P.S. Chickpeas are the same thing as garbanzo beans, but I’m calling chickpeas for simplicity’s sake!

Chickpeas on a white towel.

How to make crispy chickpeas

To get the crispiest chickpeas, we’ll do a few things:

  • Pat them ultra dry before roasting
  • Toss them liberally with olive oil, which will help them crisp to golden perfection in the oven
  • Roast with just oil (we’ll add the flavors after we cook them!)

And while we’re making oven-roasted chickpeas today, here’s how to make the best air fryer chickpeas!

Chickpeas on a baking sheet.
Chickpeas on a baking sheet.

Mexican Roasted Chickpeas

We’re kicking it off with a kick! With cumin, chili, garlic, and salt, these Mexican chickpeas are great on these vegetarian tacos, vegan nachos, or vegetable fajitas!

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Closeup of chickpeas in a white bowl.

Cinnamon Sugar Roasted Chickpeas

Sweet chickpeas?! You read that right! Perfectly sweet with a hint of salt, these cinnamon sugar chickpeas may just be in my top 3!

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Closeup of chickpeas in a white bowl.

Ranch Roasted Chickpeas

It wouldn’t be a roundup of our favorite chickpea flavors without America’s favorite seasoning – Ranch! You’ll just need a bit of Ranch seasoning (you know, from the packet of dry seasoning that’s used to make the dressing) along with some nutritional yeast for cheesy, savory flavor!

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Closeup of chickpeas in a white bowl.

Italian Roasted Chickpeas

These are like our pizza roasted chickpeas, but you don’t need a fork to eat them! All the flavors you love from Mediterranean cooking, packed onto tasty little roasted garbanzo beans.

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Closeup of chickpeas in a white bowl.

Curry Roasted Chickpeas

Skip the Indian takeout and satisfy your craving with these! We’ll use curry powder (for flavor), turmeric (for color and health), and salt + pepper to round things out!

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Closeup of chickpeas in a white bowl.

Dorito Roasted Chickpeas

The ultimate after school snack! You won’t be able to put down this delicious blend of nutritional yeast and Mexican spices.

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Closeup of chickpeas in a white bowl.

“Bacon” Roasted Chickpeas

All the sweet smokiness of bacon…made vegan! And put onto a chickpea. Even the bacon lovers will be a fan of this chickpea flavor!

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Spices in a glass bowl shot from overhead.
Closeup of chickpeas in a white bowl.

BBQ Roasted Chickpeas

No need to sit out summer BBQs when you have these tasty garbanzos. They’re smoky and herby and pack a punch of flavor.

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Spices in a glass bowl shot from overhead.
Closeup of chickpeas in a white bowl.
8 mounds of flavored chickpeas on a white background

How To Make Crispy Roasted Chickpeas

5 from 10 votes
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Total: 35 minutes
Author: Sarah Bond
Calories:
Servings: 4 servings
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Craving something crunchy and addictive? Crispy oven-roasted chickpeas are the best (and easiest) healthy snack. I’m sharing eight recipe variations with you, from sweet cinnamon-sugar roasted chickpeas to savory ranch chickpeas. Take your pick or make them all! Recipes ready within 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Base

  • 1 15-oz can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 Tbsp oil

Flavor Options (Choose 1)

  • Mexican: 2 tsp cumin, 1 tsp chili powder, ¼ tsp garlic powder, ¼ tsp salt
  • Cinnamon Sugar: 1 Tbsp sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon, ¼ tsp salt
  • Ranch: 1 Tbsp ranch seasoning, 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast
  • Italian: 1 Tbsp grated parmesan, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, ¼ tsp salt
  • Curry: 2 tsp curry powder, ½ tsp turmeric ¼ tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper
  • Dorito: 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast, ¼ tsp garlic powder, ¼ tsp onion powder, ¼ tsp cumin, ¼ tsp paprika, ¼ tsp chili powder, ¼ tsp salt
  • Bacon: 2 tsp smoked paprika, 2 tsp brown sugar, 1 tsp liquid smoke, ¼ tsp salt
  • BBQ: 2 tsp maple syrup 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp garlic powder, ¼ tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper

Instructions 

  • Prep: Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Pat dry chickpeas with a paper towel, removing any skins that may come off.
  • Bake: Toss chickpeas with oil. Spread in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 30 to 45 minutes, or until browned and crispy. Gently shake pan every ten minutes to rotate the peas and help them get an even toast.
  • Flavor: While chickpeas are still piping hot, mix in the ingredients for your desired flavor. Transfer back to the pan and let cool slightly before chowing down.

Tips & Tricks

Store roasted chickpeas in a paper bag on the counter for maximum crispiness! 
Starting from dried chickpeas? Here’s how to cook dried chickpeas before roasting!
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  1. Monica says

    Posted on 8/22 at 3:49 am

    I love the idea of this – and have some in the oven now, but looking at the hidden valley packaging this stuff has msg in it 🙁 next time I’ll just make my own seasoning! Thanks for the idea :))

    Reply
  2. Alka says

    Posted on 8/11 at 8:11 pm

    yum yum yum!!!! I used this idea, but used your chickpea gyros seasonings for my chickpeas.. delicious!5 stars

    Reply
    • Sarah says

      Posted on 8/12 at 7:02 pm

      YUM! Did you eat them by the handfuls too? I can ever just eat one at a time, it’s handfuls or nothing.

  3. Brandy says

    Posted on 8/27 at 1:10 pm

    What type of grease should I use for the pan? Thanks!5 stars

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    • Sarah says

      Posted on 8/27 at 10:37 pm

      Hi Brandy! I just use Pam cooking spray (but parchment paper actually works well too!)

  4. Jaclyn says

    Posted on 12/20 at 1:48 pm

    I just want to say…YOU AND YOUR RECIPES ARE AWESOME AND ‼🤗

    Reply
    • Sarah says

      Posted on 12/20 at 7:12 pm

      Aw! Thanks so much, Jaclyn! 😀

  5. Stacey says

    Posted on 3/23 at 11:57 am

    Made this today; can’t wait until the kiddo gets home from school to see if it’s a hit. I love the cinnamon chickpeas, great for a healthy sweet tooth craving!5 stars

    Reply
    • Sarah Bond says

      Posted on 3/25 at 11:50 am

      I hope they loved them! 😀

  6. Carol Ann says

    Posted on 5/14 at 6:12 am

    but there are only 2 out of 8 combinations listed….what are the spices for the Mexican, the Curry and the Italian???
    Help! carol ann

    Reply
    • Sarah Bond says

      Posted on 5/16 at 12:49 pm

      We’re currently working on this post and will have the recipes up soon! 😀

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