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Pan Roasted Chickpeas, 3 Ways

February 8, 2020Updated December 28, 2022 By Nava Atlas Leave a Comment

Pan roasted chickpeas are a more efficient way to enjoy this popular snack than oven-roasting, which tends to dry them out. Roasting chickpeas in a skillet on the stovetop is ultimately quicker and more efficient than using the oven. And seriously, why heat up the oven to roast a can’s worth (or two) of chickpeas?

BBQ Flavored Pan Roasted Chickpeas

A lower calorie, lower fat alternative to snacking on nuts: If you can’t control yourself around nuts, roasted chickpeas are a fantastic option if you want to munch on more than a quarter cup full without guilt.

Double the recipes for company or hungry eaters. Each of the recipes below makes from 2 to 4 servings, so double the amounts given below for a bigger batch.

A tasty topping: In addition to simply enjoying them as an appetizer or snack, pan-roasted chickpeas are a tasty topping for salads, pasta dishes, and even avocado toast. See the last idea in this post.

Curry Lime Chickpeas

Curry-Lime Chickpeas

Chickpeas are always compatible with curry flavors. In addition to enjoying this variation of skillet-roasted chickpeas as a snack, use it as a topping for grain or vegetable dishes.

  • 1 teaspoon olive or other vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon vegan mayonnaise
  • 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder, or more to taste
  • Cayenne pepper or other hot spice to taste
  • Other curry seasonings as desired, optional

Combine the oil, lime juice, vegan mayonnaise, and chickpeas in a medium skillet.

Cook for 8 or so minutes over medium-high heat, or until nicely glazed. Stir often.

Add the curry powder and hot sauce and cook for 2 to 4 minutes longer, or until lightly browned. Remove from the heat and transfer to a serving bowl.

Smoky BBQ Pan Roasted Chickpeas

Smoky BBQ-Flavored Chickpeas

Barbecue seasonings have become one of my favorite spice blends. They deliver big flavor even used in small amounts. Look for them in the spice section of well-stocked supermarkets.

  • 1 teaspoon olive or other vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or liquid aminos
  • 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 teaspoons barbecue seasoning such as mesquite or smoky maple), or to taste

Combine all the ingredients except the barbecue seasoning in a medium skillet with the chickpeas.

Cook for 8 or so minutes over medium-high heat, or until nicely glazed. Stir often.

Add the barbecue seasoning and cook for 2 to 4 minutes longer, or until lightly browned. Remove from the heat and transfer to a serving bowl.

Maple and Cinnamon Roasted Chickpeas

Maple-Cinnamon Chickpeas

Sweet chickpeas? Somehow, this really works. Along with the syrup, a coating of cinnamon and a tiny bit of sugar make these go down like candy.

  • 1 teaspoon neutral vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, or more, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon natural granulated sugar, or more, to taste

Combine the oil and syrup in a medium skillet with the chickpeas.

Cook for 8 or so minutes over medium-high heat, or until nicely glazed. Stir often.

Sprinkle in the cinnamon and sugar, then cook for 2 to 4 minutes longer, or until lightly browned. Remove from the heat and transfer to a serving bowl.

Avocado Toast with Roasted Chickpeas

Avocado Toast with Roasted Chickpeas

Try topping avocado toast with the Smoky BBQ or Curry Lime preparations above. Simply mash a whole peeled, pitted avocado (or half, depending on how many slices of toast you’re preparing) with a splash of lemon juice. Spread on toasted bread and scatter some fresh herb or microgreens over the top, if you’d like. Enjoy at once!

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Recipes adapted from 5-Ingredient Vegan by Nava Atlas

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Photos (from top): Dron-M, FomaA, Dron-M, Whitestorm, Mila Naumova / Bigstock

Filed Under: Appetizers & Snacks, Easy Vegan Recipes

About Nava Atlas

Nava Atlas is the author of many vegetarian and vegan cookbooks, including 5-Ingredient Vegan, Plant Power, Wild About Greens, Vegan Holiday Kitchen, and many more. A longtime dedicated vegan, find out more about her on this site's About page.

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