Crispy Parmesan Chickpeas

25 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Rinse and pat dry one can of garbanzo beans with a paper towel, ensuring they are as dry as possible for extra crispiness.
  2. 2Rinse and pat dry one can of garbanzo beans with a paper towel, ensuring they are as dry as possible for extra crispiness.
  3. 3Rinse and pat dry one can of garbanzo beans with a paper towel, ensuring they are as dry as possible for extra crispiness.
  4. 4Add 1 tablespoon of avocado oil (or olive oil) to the chickpeas.
  5. 5Add 1 tablespoon of avocado oil (or olive oil) to the chickpeas.
  6. 6Add 1 tablespoon of avocado oil (or olive oil) to the chickpeas.
  7. 7Grate 1/4 cup of fresh Parmesan cheese into the bowl with the chickpeas and oil.
  8. 8Grate 1/4 cup of fresh Parmesan cheese into the bowl with the chickpeas and oil.
  9. 9Grate 1/4 cup of fresh Parmesan cheese into the bowl with the chickpeas and oil.
  10. 10Add 1/2 teaspoon each of garlic powder and onion powder.
  11. 11Add 1/2 teaspoon each of garlic powder and onion powder.
  12. 12Add 1/2 teaspoon each of garlic powder and onion powder.
  13. 13Add about 1/4 teaspoon of smoked paprika (optional, for smokiness).
  14. 14Add about 1/4 teaspoon of smoked paprika (optional, for smokiness).
  15. 15Add about 1/4 teaspoon of smoked paprika (optional, for smokiness).
  16. 16Season with a little bit of salt and pepper.
  17. 17Season with a little bit of salt and pepper.
  18. 18Season with a little bit of salt and pepper.
  19. 19Mix gently with a spoon, making sure to coat all the chickpeas without smashing them.
  20. 20Mix gently with a spoon, making sure to coat all the chickpeas without smashing them.
  21. 21Mix gently with a spoon, making sure to coat all the chickpeas without smashing them.
  22. 22Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  23. 23Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  24. 24Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  25. 25Evenly spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  26. 26Evenly spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  27. 27Evenly spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  28. 28Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 15-20 minutes, shaking them halfway through.
  29. 29Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 15-20 minutes, shaking them halfway through.
  30. 30Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 15-20 minutes, shaking them halfway through.
  31. 31After baking for 15-20 minutes, let the crispy Parmesan chickpeas cool slightly before serving.
  32. 32After baking for 15-20 minutes, let the crispy Parmesan chickpeas cool slightly before serving.
  33. 33After baking for 15-20 minutes, let the crispy Parmesan chickpeas cool slightly before serving.

Ingredients

  • 1 can garbanzo beans
  • 1 can garbanzo beans
  • 1 can garbanzo beans
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 0.25 cup grated parmesan
  • 0.25 cup grated parmesan
  • 0.25 cup grated parmesan
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • salt
  • salt
  • salt
  • pepper
  • pepper
  • pepper

Equipment

colanderbowlpaper towelgraterspoonbaking sheetparchment paperoven

Tips

  • You want the chickpeas as dry as possible to get them extra crispy.
  • Give them a little shake halfway through cooking.
  • Let cool slightly before eating.
  • Can be used as a salad topping in place of croutons, or added to soups for texture.
  • Experiment with different flavors for snacking.