These Crispy Oven Roasted Buffalo Chickpeas are what happens when a snack craving and your hot sauce obsession join forces. They are crunchy, spicy, ridiculously addictive, and will seriously disappear faster than chips every single time. Consider these buffalo chickpeas wholesome little flavor bombs and the official snack of the summer.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe ❤️
- These baked buffalo chickpeas are crispy, crunchy, and seriously addictive. Coating canned chickpeas in hot sauce and Cajun seasoning completely transforms them from bland and boring to a bold, flavour-packed snack!
- Everything in this recipe is affordable, easy to find, and probably already sitting in your kitchen.
- Crispy buffalo chickpeas store well and are perfect for tossing onto salads, loaded into wraps and chicken rice bowls, or grabbed by the handful for a quick, easy snack throughout the week.
- Adjust the spice level, swap the seasoning, or make them extra smoky, garlicky, cheesy, or sweet.
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Ingredients You'll Need
- Chickpeas - Canned chickpeas are the easiest and best option.
- Hot Sauce - Use your favorite hot sauce or buffalo wing sauce for this recipe.
- Avocado Oil - You'll want to use a high smoke point, neutral-tasting oil for these roasted chickpeas. Grapeseed, vegetable or canola oil can all be substituted.
- Cajun Seasoning - You can leave the seasoning out altogether or use taco seasoning as an alternative option. Personally, I prefer using homemade Cajun seasoning over store-bought alternatives.
A full list of ingredients with exact quantities can be found on the recipe card below.
Variations You'll Love
- Ranch Buffalo Chickpeas - Add 1-2 Tablespoons of ranch seasoning to the buffalo sauce mixture before roasting.
- Garlic Parmesan Chickpeas - Add a sprinkle of garlic powder and grated Parmesan cheese during the final 5 minutes of baking. This prevents the Parmesan from burning while still creating a cheesy, savory coating.
- Sweet and Spicy Honey Garlic Buffalo - Whisk 2 Tablespoons of honey garlic sauce into the buffalo sauce mixture before coating the chickpeas.
- Extra Spicy Version - Add cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes or use a super spicy hot sauce.
- Cheesy Version - Nutritional yeast works best for creating a cheesy flavor. Toss the buffalo chickpeas with 1-2 Tablespoons of nutritional yeast while they are still warm, immediately after baking.
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How To Make Crispy Buffalo Chickpeas
Step 1
Drain, rinse, and dry the chickpeas very well before tossing them with hot sauce, avocado oil, and Cajun seasoning.
Step 2
Spread them onto a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer and roast until crispy and golden.
Step 3
Roast the chickpeas for about 35 minutes in the oven, stirring halfway through.
Let the chickpeas cool completely on the baking sheet.
Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Pat the chickpeas dry before adding the seasonings and oil. Excess moisture will cause the chickpeas to steam and turn mushy instead of becoming crispy.
- Spread the chickpeas into an even single layer on the baking sheet. Overcrowding traps steam and can make the chickpeas soft instead of crispy.
- Allow the chickpeas to cool fully on the baking sheet after roasting. As they cool, they will continue to crisp even more.
- If warm chickpeas are placed into a sealed container, condensation forms inside and softens them. Let them cool completely before storing to help maintain their crispiness.
How To Store Leftovers
Store crispy buffalo chickpeas in an airtight container (after they have been cooled completely) for 2-3 days at room temperature.
Frequently Asked Questions
Usually, this means the chickpeas still contain too much moisture before baking. Drying them thoroughly and roasting long enough at a high temperature helps create the optimal crunchy texture.
You do not have to, but removing the loose skins can help them crisp up more evenly.
Yes, but they need to be fully cooked first before roasting.
More Ways To Use Roasted Chickpeas
These crispy buffalo chickpeas are delicious sprinkled over salads, soups, or stuffed into wraps, sandwiches, and rice bowls for extra crunch and flavor.
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Crispy Oven Roasted Buffalo Chickpeas
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- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
- 2 (19 oz) cans Chickpeas drained, rinsed and dried
- ¼ cup Hot Sauce like Frank's Red Hot
- 2 Tablespoons Avocado Oil
- 1 Tablespoon Cajun Seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425℉ and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then pat them very dry using paper towels or a clean kitchen towel.
- Transfer the dried chickpeas to a large mixing bowl. Add the hot sauce, avocado oil, and Cajun seasoning, then toss until the chickpeas are fully coated.
- Spread the chickpeas onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, making sure they are not overcrowded. Roast the chickpeas for 35-40 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are golden brown and super crispy.
- Allow the chickpeas to cool completely on the baking sheet before serving or storing. They will continue to crisp up as they cool.
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Notes
- Chickpeas: It is best to use canned chickpeas. Dried chickpeas can also be used, but they will need to be fully cooked first.
- Hot Sauce: Any hot sauce can be used, I prefer Frank's Red Hot.
- Avocado Oil: Use a high-smoke-point, neutral-tasting oil. If not avocado oil, other options include vegetable oil, grapeseed or canola.
- Cajun Seasoning: The best Cajun to use is my homemade Cajun seasoning mix!
- Try adding ranch powder, garlic powder and parmesan, honey garlic sauce, or nutritional yeast for some different and still delicious flavor options.
- Drying the chickpeas is very important. Excess moisture will cause the chickpeas to steam instead of roasting.
- Letting the chickpeas cool completely before storing is crucial. Putting warm chickpeas into a sealed container will cause them to soften.
- Store leftover buffalo chickpeas in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days.
Nutrition
The nutritional information provided is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator and it will vary based on the ingredients that you use.
Jessica says
These buffalo chickpeas are crispy, easy to make and perfect for adding a little something extra to salads, wraps, or sandwiches!