Easy Air Fryer Chickpeas Recipe that only takes a couple of ingredients to prepare. This snack recipe is quick and easy and tastes amazing.
Air Fryer Chickpeas
Working from home I find that I snack all day long. I am going to admit that a lot of times the things I grab to snack on are probably not the healthiest.
I have been working on making more air fryer recipes that can be snacked on. We made Air Fryer Kale Chips a few months ago and now we are working on Chickpeas.
Depending on the day I want either a sweet snack or a crunchy crispy snack that tastes amazing.
These crispy air fryer chickpeas taste great on salads too!
We use to roast chickpeas in the oven but found they didn't all crisp to the same texture. With the air fryer, you get perfectly even crispiness on all the chickpeas.
This is one of our favorite savory snacks and air fryer vegetarian recipes.
Ingredients
Here is a quick overview of the simple ingredients needed to make epic Air Fryer Chickpeas! The printable recipe card at the bottom of the post includes specific measurements and step-by-step instructions.
- Canned Chickpeas/Garbanzo Beans
- Olive Oil
- Hidden Valley Ranch Mix
Additional Flavor Ideas
- Cheesy: Mix 1-2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese with the chickpeas.
- Italian: Use ½-1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning or dried oregano for flavor.
- Cinnamon Sugar: Use one tablespoon of sugar and ½ teaspoon of cinnamon.
- We also love using onion powder, smoked paprika, curry powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, cayenne, Cajun seasoning, taco seasoning, and other spices.
Equipment Needed
- Air Fryer: We suggest getting an air fryer that is bigger than you think you will need. We found once we started using the air fryer, we ended up using it for more meals and larger meals.
- Spider Strainer: I love using a spider strainer to drain the chickpeas easily
- Large Mixing Bowl: We are big fans of this glass batter bowl with a handle. It makes it easy to mix ingredients and keeps the mixing bowl steady on the counter.
- Tsp/Tbsp to measure out the seasoning
How to make Ranch Air Fryer Chickpeas
I've included complete instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, but here's a quick version.
Step 1 - Drain and rinse the chick peas garbanzo beans. We use a spider strainer to make it easy to rinse off the garbanzo beans and then add them to a mixing bowl.
Step 2 - Add ranch dressing mix or seasoning to the mixing bowl with the garbanzo beans. Toss together until all the beans are well coated.
Step 3 - Spread out on a paper towel-lined cookie sheet and allow to air dry.
Step 4- Pour chickpeas into the air fryer basket and spread out as evenly as possible in a single layer.
Step 5 - Air fry making sure to shake a few times during the cooking process so the chickpeas evenly cook.
Step 6 - Allow the crispy chickpeas to cool and enjoy.
Preparation and Storage
Make Ahead + Storage: These Air Fryer Chickpeas are make-ahead-friendly! You can keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Freezing/How to Freeze: Store leftover chickpeas in an airtight, freezer-safe container or Ziploc bag and enjoy them within three months.
How to Reheat: You can use your air fryer to reheat these chickpeas to crispy goodness!
Recipe Variations
Substitutions:
We use olive oil, but you can also use avocado oil. One thing to know is that avocado oil has a higher smoke point than olive oil.
Vegetarian Option: This recipe is naturally vegetarian.
Vegan Option: Replace the ranch dressing mix with a plant-based alternative to make this recipe vegan.
Gluten-Free: This recipe is gluten-free as long as your ranch seasoning mix is also gluten-free. Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning is gluten-free.
Smaller Serving Size + Larger Group/More Servings: We use a 16-ounce can of chickpeas to make two cups of air fryer chickpeas, and you can scale the written recipe to your desired yield. If you are doing multiple batches of air-fried chickpeas, you will want to lower the cooking time after each batch as the air fryer heats up.
Make It Spicy: Use a spicy seasoning mix, such as Hidden Valley Spicy Ranch Mix, to spice up your Air Fryer Chickpeas.
Sugar-Free: The written recipe contains 11 grams of sugar per serving. To make it sugar-free, use sugar-free seasonings.
Tips for the Best Air Fryer Chickpeas
- Air-dry the chickpeas for at least an hour to ensure they turn crispy in the air fryer. We lay them out on paper towels and let them dry. If you have pets, you can set them on a cookie sheet in the oven so they don't get messed with.
- We skip preheating the air fryer most days. Preheating doesn’t save more time than a minute or so, and it is easier to toss the chickpeas in without waiting the extra minute.
- Every air fryer will have a slightly different cooking time. Keep an eye on your crispy chickpeas during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
What to Serve with Air Fryer Chickpeas
The best part about these crispy chickpeas is that they are delicious alone, as a salad topper, or with a refreshing beverage and a platter of savory bites! Here are some bar snack suggestions and libation ideas for your snacking needs.
Sides: 3 Ingredient Old Bay Goldfish Crackers, Candy Corn & Peanuts Snack Mix, Spicy Buffalo Pretzels, Crock Pot Chili Nuts, Alabama Fire Crackers, Air Fryer Kale Chips, Dill Oyster Crackers, 3 Ingredient Ranch Pretzels, Pumpkin Spice Pumpkin Seeds, Sriracha Caramel Corn
Drinks: Beer Margaritas, Guinness & Cider Beer Cocktail, Kentucky Mule, Tennessee Whiskey Mule, Lynchburg Lemonade, CopyCat McDonald's Sweet Tea, Ranch Tea Cocktail, Peach Iced Tea Cocktail, Coke Slushie, Ranch Water Drink, Brazilian Lemonade, Watermelon Agua Fresca
When to Serve
- Healthy Snack
- Cocktail Night
- Parties
- Road trip food
- Savory Snack
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Air Fryer Chickpeas Recipe
Ingredients
- 16 oz Chickpeas
- 2 Tablespoon Ranch dressing mix
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
Instructions
- Drain and rinse garbanzo beans. Spread beans on a paper towel lined baking sheet and allow to air dry for at least an hour.
- Add garbanzo beans to a mixing bowl and coat with olive oil. Add in ranch dressing mix and toss until all of the chickpeas are evenly coated.
- Add chickpeas to the air fryer and evenly spread them in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 400 degrees for 10-12 minutes. Shake basket every 4 minutes.
Kitchen Tools
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Cookie Sheets
- Air Fryer
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