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Bacony Roasted Chickpeas

By The Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

3.8

(4)

"I love the crisp texture of this addictive bar snack; the bacon fat is an obvious bonus." —Alison Roman, assistant food editor

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 2 cups

Ingredients

2 15-ounce cans chickpeas (rinsed, patted very dry)
3 coarsely chopped bacon slices
2 bay leaves
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay)

Preparation

  1. Toss two 15-ounce cans chickpeas (rinsed, patted very dry) with 3 coarsely chopped bacon slices and 2 bay leaves on a rimmed baking sheet; season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Roast at 375°F, stirring occasionally, until chickpeas are crunchy, 60-70 minutes. Toss with a spoonful of seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay).

TagsChickpeaBean and LegumeVegetableBaconCured MeatMeatSnackDairy FreeGluten FreeNut FreeEasyRoastBon Appétit
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