Air Fryer Crispy Ranch Chickpeas
These crunchy air fryer chickpeas get savory ranch flavor and a light garlic finish. They make an easy snack or crisp topping for salads and soups.
Prep: 10 min · Cook: 16 min · Yield: 4 · Method: Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 2 15-ounce cans, drained and rinsed cooked chickpeas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes. (about 3 min) — 400°F
- Spread the chickpeas on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and pat them very dry, removing any loose skins. Let them air-dry for 5 minutes if time allows. (about 5 min)
- Transfer the chickpeas to a bowl. Toss with the olive oil, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper until evenly coated. (about 2 min)
- Arrange the chickpeas in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry at 400°F for 8 minutes. (about 8 min) — 400°F
- Shake the basket to turn the chickpeas, then air fry for 6 to 8 minutes more, until deeply golden and crunchy. Cool for 5 minutes; they crisp further as they cool. (about 8 min) — 400°F