These crispy air fryer chickpeas with garlic and rosemary are the perfect guilt-free snack you’ve been searching for. Ready in just 20 minutes, these protein-packed morsels deliver a satisfying crunch and aromatic blend of herbs that’ll make you forget about traditional chips.
With only 17 calories per serving and packed with fiber, they’re a nutritious alternative that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Whether you’re meal prepping or need a quick afternoon pick-me-up, this simple recipe transforms ordinary chickpeas into an irresistible treat.
Ingredients Needed
- Garbanzo Beans: 2 cans (15 oz each), drained and rinsed
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon, helps achieve perfect crispiness
- Salt: 1/8 teaspoon, enhances overall flavor
- Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon, adds savory depth
- Dried Rosemary: 1 teaspoon, provides aromatic herbaceous notes
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F
- Prep Chickpeas: Thoroughly drain and rinse chickpeas, then pat them completely dry with paper towels
- Season: In a medium bowl, combine chickpeas with olive oil and all seasonings, ensuring even coating
- Air Fry: Transfer to air fryer basket and cook for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through for even crispiness
- Cool and Store: Let chickpeas cool completely before transferring to an airtight container; store at room temperature
Getting the Perfect Crunch
The secret to super crispy chickpeas is making sure they’re really dry before cooking. Give them an extra pat with paper towels – even small water drops can make them less crunchy. If you hear them rattling around in the air fryer basket, that’s a good sign! They’ll get crispier as they cool down, so be patient after cooking.
Mix Up Your Seasonings
While garlic and rosemary make an amazing combo, you can easily switch things up! Try these tasty options:
- Spicy: chili powder and cumin
- Italian: oregano and basil with a pinch of red pepper
- Ranch style: dried dill and onion powder
- Sweet and savory: cinnamon and sugar (add after cooking)
Serving Ideas
These crispy chickpeas are amazing on their own as a snack, but they also shine as:
- A crunchy topping for salads
- A protein-packed addition to soup
- A creative garnish for hummus
- A healthy substitute for croutons
Storage Tips
Keep your chickpeas nice and crunchy by storing them in a paper bag or container with tiny holes for airflow. They’re best eaten within 2-3 days. If they get soft, pop them back in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes to crisp them up again. Avoid plastic bags or sealed containers, which can trap moisture and make them soggy.
Air Fryer Chickpeas (Garlic & Rosemary)
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Paper Towels
- Medium Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 cans garbanzo beans 15 oz cans
- 1 T olive oil
- 1/8 t salt
- 1 t garlic powder
- 1 t rosemary dried
Instructions
- Heat air fryer to 400F
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas. Pat them dry with paper towels
- In a medium sized bowl, mix the chickpeas, olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and rosemary and stir together until the chickpeas are evenly coated
- Place the chickpeas in the air fryer and cook for 15 minutes or until the chickpeas are crispy and brown. Be sure to stir them half way through cooking
- Allow the chickpeas to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container at room temperature
