Name: Crispy Air Fryer Chickpeas
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 17 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American

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Drain and rinse your chickpeas then pat dry thoroughly with a paper towel or tea towel.

Place chickpeas, oil and salt in a bowl and toss to coat.

Place chickpeas in air fryer basket and air fry at 375°F for 15 minutes or until golden.

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Dry Your Chickpeas Thoroughly 💧
Pat canned chickpeas completely dry with paper towels before air frying—excess moisture prevents crispiness and creates steam instead of the desired crunch.
Don't Skip the Oil Coating 🫒
Lightly toss chickpeas with oil before seasoning to ensure even browning and maximum crispiness; even a light coating makes a significant difference in texture.
Shake the Basket Halfway Through ⏱️
Stop and shake the air fryer basket at the 8-minute mark during a 15-minute cook to promote even crisping on all sides and prevent uneven browning.
Layer Your Seasonings Strategically 🧂
Add half your salt before air frying and the remaining half immediately after cooking while still hot to maximize flavor penetration and surface crispness.
Cool on Paper Towels for Best Crunch 📄
Transfer hot chickpeas to a paper towel-lined plate immediately after cooking to absorb residual moisture and maintain peak crunchiness as they cool.