Crispy Roasted Chickpeas with Smoked Paprika
Oven-roasted chickpeas seasoned with smoked paprika for a crispy, savory snack or topping.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Roasted Chickpeas
- 2 cans chickpeas
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly.
- Pat the chickpeas completely dry with a towel.
- Transfer the dried chickpeas to a mixing bowl.
- Add olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
- Add smoked paprika, salt, and garlic powder if using.
- Toss to distribute the seasoning evenly.
- Spread chickpeas in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 20 minutes.
- Remove from oven and stir chickpeas.
- Return to oven and roast until crisp.
- Cool completely before serving.
Notes
Drying chickpeas thoroughly is essential for crisp texture.