How to make Spiced Chickpeas with paprika, coriander and chili powder.
I’m having a hard time getting into the Christmas spirit this year. I’m blaming on the weather. It has been quite warm here lately, and when you live in Utah, it’s not Christmas time without snow on the ground. But it looks like that is going to change. We have a big storm coming in tomorrow, which I’m excited about, but it’s made it really cloudy outside today. I’ve been waiting all morning for a small part in the clouds to take a picture of today’s recipe, but it hasn’t happened – so it’s artificial light. The thing I like the least about winter…
This is not the recipe I originally intended to make for this week, but it caught my eye as I was flipping through the pages of the book. First of all, it looked so easy, but it also is made with pantry staples. I just couldn’t pass it up.
This is a great recipe to have on hand when you have unexpected company stop by and you need some munchies. 20 minutes and you are done. And these little chickpeas are tastier than potato chips – and much healthier!! In fact, without any added oil or fats, and packed with fiber and protein, this is actually quite a healthy snack to make for yourself when you get that salty craving.
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Spiced Chickpeas
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
Description
How to make Spiced Chickpeas with paprika, coriander and chili powder.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 (15-ounce cans) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the salt, paprika, coriander and chili powder.
- Take half of the chickpeas and lay them in a single layer on a paper towel. Sprinkle half of the spice mixture over the chickpeas.
- Microwave on 80% power for 18-20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes. You will know when they are done when they are firm to the touch.
- Repeat with the rest of the chickpeas and spices on a clean paper towel. Toss the batches together and let cool before serving.
Kevin says
This sounds like a nice snack!
eatme_delicious says
Holy crap I actually just read the recipe – microwave for 18-20 minutes?? Yikes. Maybe I’ll try baking them.
eatme_delicious says
Tastier than potato chips?? I’m a bit skeptical… but it convinced me to want to try these!
Tracy says
Those look like a great idea. It’s always nice to have a healthy snack at this time of year.
Mary says
I’ve seen these made on tv and wondered how they tasted. I’ve got them bookmarked!
Peabody says
Never thought about chickpeas as a snack. I like them out of can. Might have to throw this out on the snack table.
Sophie says
My mother in law loves these, I think I might just have to make ’em for her as a Christmas gift :). I know what you mean about no light during winter :(, the sun sets around 4 here! I couldn’t tell at all that you used artificial light for the photo, it looks really lovely!
Grace says
yeah, these are definitely a healthy snack. unfortunately, i tend to eat them like candy and before i know it, the entire batch is in my belly. 🙂
Chocolate Shavings says
Those look like a delicious and healthy snack!
Darius T. Williams says
Oh wow – these looks great!
Maria says
I think we are going to get pounded with snow today!! Hopefully it will help you get into the spirit of the season:)
I loved these!! They are so easy and a great snack!
Katie says
These sound great. I once tried something similar but they were oven baked and not very successful. Some exploded in the oven and the rest didn’t dry out and got burnt. I’m going to see how your microwave version works – sounds far tastier.
PG says
This is such a wonerful recipe! We call it something like Chana Masala in India which of course meansd as much as Spiced chickpeas. But, I never thought of using canned chickepeas and the microwave. I’m surely going to try this one out. Thanks a lot for this wonderful idea!
How's it Taste? says
Wow, that sounds really good! I used to bake cooked chick peas in the oven with no seasoning until they were crunchy- a tasty, easy snack with kind of a nutty flavor. I’m definitely trying these!
ttfn300 says
love it!
ashley says
great idea! and i’m glad i saw this post cause it just reminded me that I told hubby i’d make him hummus this weekend 🙂 i’d totally forgot! i think i need to pick up an extra can of chickpeas to try this out!
Dawn says
I’m having a hard time getting in the Christmas spirit too. We’ve had so much rain lately.
I would love to try these chickpeas. I once had a curry chickpea salad that was so good and sooooo spicy.
Have a good weekend!
Rosa's Yummy Yums says
I love that! A tasty snack!
cheers,
Rosa
Paula says
We love to eat chickpeas as snacks! I really like your spice combo. How great, too, that this is done in the microwave. YUM! Hope you are feeling good these last weeks of your pregnancy!
kat says
I think these sound like such a wonderful snack