Cajun Spiced Roasted Chickpeas (Print View)
Crispy chickpeas with bold Cajun spices deliver a crunchy, flavorful snack or topping option.
# What You Need:
→ Chickpeas
01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
→ Seasonings
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
05 - 1 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
07 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
08 - 1/2 tsp dried thyme
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
10 - 1/2 tsp salt
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Thoroughly pat drained chickpeas dry using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to ensure maximum crispiness.
03 - Place dried chickpeas in a mixing bowl. Add olive oil and toss until evenly coated.
04 - Sprinkle smoked paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, black pepper, and salt over chickpeas. Mix thoroughly to ensure even spice coverage.
05 - Spread seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring none overlap for optimal crisping.
06 - Roast for 30-35 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through cooking. Chickpeas should be golden, crispy, and fragrant when done.
07 - Allow chickpeas to cool for 10 minutes on the baking sheet. They will continue to crisp as they cool.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- They get impossibly crunchy, like little nutty croutons that you cannot stop eating
- The spice blend hits that perfect smoky heat that keeps you reaching for more
- They come together in under an hour with almost zero active effort
02 -
- Skimping on the drying step will leave you with soft chickpeas instead of crunchy ones
- The cooling time is not optional, they actually crisp up more as they cool down
03 -
- Make a double batch because they disappear faster than you expect
- Re-crisp any leftovers in a 350 degree oven for 5 to 10 minutes