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Roasted Garlic Chickpeas

This recipe features crispy chickpeas infused with slow-roasted garlic, creating a deeply savory and caramelized snack. The process involves roasting garlic until soft and fragrant, then tossing it with chickpeas and spices before roasting again for a crunchy, flavorful bite with aromatic, jammy garlic as the star.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head garlic Whole head, tops sliced off
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas Rinsed and thoroughly dried
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Divided, for roasting garlic and tossing chickpeas
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Optional for warmth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed, after roasting
  • a handful fresh herbs Parsley or cilantro, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Foil or oven-safe dish
  • Knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Take a whole head of garlic, slice off the top to expose the cloves, place it on a piece of foil or in an oven-safe dish, drizzle with 1 teaspoon olive oil, and wrap or cover. Roast for 35-40 minutes until the garlic is soft, fragrant, and jammy.
  2. While the garlic roasts, rinse and thoroughly dry the canned chickpeas using a clean towel. In a mixing bowl, toss the chickpeas with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and optional smoked paprika, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  3. Once the garlic is soft and fragrant, carefully squeeze out the roasted cloves into a small bowl. Mash the garlic with a fork until it becomes a smooth, jammy paste.
  4. Add the mashed garlic to the bowl with chickpeas and toss to distribute evenly, infusing the chickpeas with rich, roasted garlic flavor.
  5. Spread the coated chickpeas evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are golden, crispy, and fragrant.
  6. Once crispy, remove from the oven and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chickpeas for brightness. Toss gently to coat.
  7. Garnish with freshly chopped herbs like parsley or cilantro for a fresh, colorful touch. Serve warm or at room temperature for a satisfying, aromatic snack.

Notes

For extra crunch, roast the chickpeas a little longer. You can prepare the garlic and chickpeas a day ahead; store separately in airtight containers and reheat in a hot oven for crispiness.