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Crispy Air Fryer Chickpeas

These four-ingredient chickpeas roast up in the air fryer until audibly crunchy, with bright chili-lime seasoning and a gentle cayenne warmth. They’re salty-tangy with a peppery finish—perfect for snacking, topping salads, or adding crunch to grain bowls. Serve Crispy Air Fryer Chickpeas fresh from the fryer or after a brief rest for maximum snap.

  • Prep5 mins
  • Cook15 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Crispy Air Fryer Chickpeas
  1. 1

    Rinse the chickpeas in a colander. Let them drain and dry for 20 minutes.

  2. 2

    Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Move the chickpeas to a bowl. Add Tajin, olive oil, and cayenne. Stir until evenly coated. Spread the chickpeas in the air fryer basket.

  4. 4

    Cook for 5 minutes, shake the basket, then cook for another 5 minutes. Shake again and keep cooking until the chickpeas are crisp, about 5 more minutes.

  5. 5

    Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels and let sit for 10 minutes.