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Air Fryer Crispy Garlic Herb Chickpeas

A large mound of golden brown Air Fryer Crispy Garlic Herb Chickpeas seasoned with rosemary, served on a white plate.
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Make genuinely crunchy garlic herb chickpeas using your air fryer. This recipe focuses on removing moisture for maximum crispiness.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and thoroughly dried
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (195°C) for 5 minutes.
  2. Rinse the canned chickpeas well under cold water.
  3. Place the rinsed chickpeas on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Pat them completely dry. Removing surface moisture is key to crispiness.
  4. In a medium bowl, toss the dried chickpeas with olive oil until lightly coated.
  5. Add the garlic powder, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss again until the spices adhere evenly to the chickpeas.
  6. Transfer the seasoned chickpeas to the air fryer basket in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the basket; work in batches if necessary.
  7. Air fry for 15 to 20 minutes, shaking the basket vigorously every 5 minutes to promote even browning and crisping.
  8. Check for crispness after 15 minutes. They should be golden brown and firm to the touch.
  9. Remove from the air fryer and let them cool slightly before serving. They will crisp up more as they cool.

Notes

  • For extra dryness, you can gently rub the chickpeas between two towels after rinsing to remove the loose skins. Discard any skins that come off.
  • If you prefer fresh garlic flavor, use 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder and 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder instead of fresh garlic, as fresh garlic tends to burn at high air fryer temperatures.
  • Store cooled, crispy chickpeas in a container that is not airtight to maintain crunch.

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