Air Fryer Crispy Tex-Mex Roasted Chickpeas — The latest trend in cooking is the Air Fryer. It has been around for a while, but it’s becoming more and more popular because of its versatility and ease of use. I love this new appliance because not only can you make your favorite meals with less oil, but also there are so many recipes online to try out! One recipe that I have found that I LOVE these Crispy Tex-Mex Roasted Chickpeas!! You will never believe how easy they are to make!

So, you just purchased an air fryer. And you hear all of the Facebook Groups talking about chickpeas. You think to yourself, did you miss something? How about today’s recipe for Air Fryer Crispy Tex-Mex Roasted Chickpeas–

No, for the past few years roasted chickpeas have been the rage if you go, to a health food store, you will see them on sale for about $5.00. Today, I will show you a great recipe, that should cost you no more than $1.00. Quite a bit of saving huh.

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Crispy Tex-Mex Roasted Chickpeas

• Canned chickpeas
• Olive oil
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Ground cumin
• Smoked paprika
• Garlic powder
• Chili powder

How To Make Air Fryer Crispy Tex-Mex Roasted Chickpeas

Here are the step-by-step instructions:

Start by draining the chickpeas, the more liquid you can drain, the better the chickpeas will come out. If you want them crunchy, remove most of the liquid, via your strainer, and then place them on a kitchen towel, to fully dry them.

Once your chickpeas are drained add the spices and olive oil.

Then mix well, combining all of the spices and olive oil. Check to make sure all of the olive oil have olive oil on them, this will help them crisp up.

Then spread them out onto the air fryer baking pan,  or in the bottom of your basket.

Then slip your baking pan into your air fryer. I just received this great air fryer from Simple Living, It works like a charm and it’s very easy to use. Air Fryer chickpeas after 5 minutes at 390 degrees F, just do them for another 7-9 minutes, just until they get crispy.

Air Fryer Crispy Tex-Mex Roasted Chickpeas Recipe Tips

• Prepping Chickpeas: Rinse and drain canned chickpeas thoroughly, then pat them dry with paper towels. Removing excess moisture is crucial for achieving a crispy texture.
• Seasoning: For a Tex-Mex flavor, use a blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste, and consider adding a bit of lime zest for an extra tang.
• Coating: Toss chickpeas with olive oil and your seasoning mix before air frying. Ensure the chickpeas are evenly coated for consistent flavor and crispiness.
• Avoid Overcrowding: Cook chickpeas in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Overcrowding can lead to uneven cooking and prevent the chickpeas from becoming crispy.
• Checking Doneness: Chickpeas should be golden brown and crunchy. If they’re not crispy enough, continue cooking for a few more minutes, but be careful not to burn them.
• Cooling: Allow the roasted chickpeas to cool completely before serving. This helps them firm up and become even crispier.
• Storage: Store leftover chickpeas in an airtight container at room temperature. They can stay crispy for up to a week. Avoid refrigerating as it can make them soggy.
• Re-crisping: If the chickpeas lose their crunch, reheat them in the air fryer for a few minutes to restore their crispiness.
• Variations: Feel free to experiment with different Tex-Mex spices or add ingredients like dried cilantro or a sprinkle of cheese powder for added flavor. Adjust the seasoning mix to match your taste preferences.

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Air Fryer Crispy Tex-Mex Roasted Chickpeas

5 from 5 votes

Author: Laurie Fleming

Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Cook Time: 8 minutes mins

Total Time: 18 minutes mins

Servings: 4 Servings

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Air Fryer Crispy Tex-Mex Roasted Chickpeas — The latest trend in cooking is the Air Fryer. It has been around for a while, but it's becoming more and more popular because of its versatility and ease of use. I love this new appliance because not only can you make your favorite meals with less oil, but also there are so many recipes online to try out! One recipe that I have found that I LOVE these Crispy Tex-Mex Roasted Chickpeas!! You will never believe how easy they are to make!

Ingredients 

• 15 ounces can chickpeas
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 teaspooon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder

Instructions

• Start by draining your chickpeas. Let sit in the drainer for about 30 minutes.
• Then gather all of your spices and olive oil, and add them to the drained chickpeas.
• Mix well.
• Then use an air fryer safe pan and spread the chickpeas out to a single layer, set the time for 4 mintes at 390 degrees F.
• After 4 minute are up, mix well, and return to the air fryer and set for another 4 minutes.
• Remove from air fryer, plate, serve and enjoy!

Equipment

• Air Fryer
• Cooking Spray
• Parchment Paper, optional

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 132kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 330mgPotassium: 195mgFiber: 5gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 418IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 46mgIron: 2mg

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