BBQ Ranch Chickpea Crunchers (Printable)
Bold BBQ ranch chickpea crunchers deliver a crunchy, savory bite in every handful.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chickpea Base
01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
→ Seasoning
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
07 - 3/4 teaspoon dried dill
08 - 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
09 - 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
# How to make it:
01 - Set oven temperature to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - After rinsing chickpeas, pat dry thoroughly with paper towels until no moisture remains.
03 - In a mixing bowl, whisk olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, dried dill, dried parsley, salt, and pepper until evenly blended.
04 - Add chickpeas to seasoning mixture and toss to fully coat each piece.
05 - Spread seasoned chickpeas in a single layer onto prepared baking sheet.
06 - Transfer baking sheet to oven and roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until chickpeas are golden and crisp.
07 - Remove from oven and allow chickpeas to cool on baking sheet before serving or storing.
# Recipe Expert Tips:
01 -
- Quick to make with ingredients you likely already have
- Naturally plant-based and gluten free so everyone can enjoy
- Perfect snack for meal prepping or last-minute gatherings
02 -
- Versatile snacking for lunchboxes game nights or salad toppers
- High protein high fiber bonus for plant-based diets
- Easily customizable for heat or sweetness make them your own
03 -
- Drying chickpeas thoroughly before roasting is the secret to maximum crunch
- Do not crowd the pan or you will end up steaming not crisping
- Taste your spice blend before tossing the chickpeas and adjust to your liking