Toaster oven lesson
Seasonings can scorch before wet chickpeas dry, so adding dry spices after roasting preserves their flavor.
Chickpeas crisp more as they cool; stop before they become hard throughout.
Crisp snack
Crispy Smoky Toaster Oven Chickpeas
Published
Dry canned chickpeas well and roast them in a loose layer for a crisp snack or salad topping.
What you need
- 1 can chickpeas, 15 ounces, drained and rinsed
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Method
- Preheat the toaster oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit on convection bake or air fry. Pat the chickpeas very dry and remove loose skins if convenient.
- Toss with oil and spread on an approved solid pan or in the model-approved basket with a drip tray placed as directed.
- Cook 15 minutes, shake or stir carefully, then continue until dry and crisp, 8 to 15 minutes more.
- Toss the hot chickpeas with paprika, garlic powder, and salt. Cool before storing so trapped steam does not soften them.
Serve
Use over salads and soup or eat as a same-day snack.
If they soften, re-crisp briefly while watching continuously.
Products that fit this crisp snack
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Cuisinart Chef's Convection Toaster Oven
Cuisinart Chef's Convection Toaster Oven makes sense for larger households and anyone who wants a toaster oven that can do real baking and roasting, not just toast.
Ninja Foodi DT201 Digital Air Fry Oven
Ninja Foodi DT201 Digital Air Fry Oven is for people who want a toaster oven that leans hard into versatility, especially air frying.
Safety note: Small, lightweight food can move in strong airflow. Use the approved accessory and stop the oven if food approaches an element.