Crispy Parmesan Chickpeas

That unopened can of chickpeas in your kitchen cabinet is just waiting to be made into these delicious Crispy Parmesan Chickpeas!

📝 Ingredients

• 1 15-ounce can chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Drain chickpeas in a strainer and rinse. Place chickpeas on several layers of paper towels and blot to dry completely. (This step is important to ensure that your chickpeas will get crispy.)
2. 2In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil until it starts to glisten. Add chickpeas to hot skillet (be careful of any splattering) and cook until golden brown and crispy all over – approximately 20 minutes – stirring occasionally.
3. 3Once cooked, transfer chickpeas to a bowl. Sprinkle cheese, garlic powder, lemon zest, oregano, salt and pepper over the chickpeas and toss to coat.
4. 4Cool seasoned chickpeas on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.