Are you looking for the perfect flavorful Vegan snack? These Air Fryer Chickpeas with Za’atar are incredibly simple to make and have a perfectly crispy texture that will keep you coming back for more.
Why This Will Be Your New Favorite Snack
- Easy. Pop some canned chickpeas in the air fryer after you’ve seasoned them and cook.
- Delicious. The flavors from the za’atar marry so well with the creaminess of the chickpeas.
- Vegan . Rich in protein and flavor while still being friendly for anyone living a Vegan lifestyle.
- Fast. Make this delicious snack in less than 30 minutes .
What Is Za’atar?
It is incredibly difficult to find a za’atar that isn’t a spice blend, so for this recipe, I used my favorite za’atar spice blend from Trader Joe’s . It is a mixture of sesame seeds, thyme, rosemary, marjoram, coriander, oregano, and sea salt.
There are a few more ingredients that keep the spice blend from holding too much moisture, but they are all vegan-friendly as well.
Equipment You’ll Need
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
- Heat Safe Pan
Start With These Ingredients
- Canned Chickpeas
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Salt
- Za’atar blend (my favorite is from Trader Joe’s)
How To Make Air Fryer Chickpeas
- Open a can of chickpeas
- Drain excess liquid
- Rinse chickpeas thoroughly
- Pour rinsed chickpeas in a mixing bowl
- Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil
- Sprinkle with salt and za’atar blend
- Air fry at 400F for 18 minutes, tossing twice during the cooking cycle
- Remove from the air fryer and enjoy
Tips And Tricks
- Drizzle your chickpeas liberally with olive oil. Ensuring they are completely covered with the oil will get them perfectly crispy.
- Shake them often. For air fryer chickpeas that are cooked evenly, you will want to shake them often to keep them from sticking together and to allow all sides to be crisped by the air.
- Season before and after. Some of the salt and za’atar will shake off while cooking, so make sure to hit them with the spices one more time when they’re fresh out of the air fryer for the biggest punch of flavor.
- Skip drying. If you’re familiar with roasting chickpeas in your oven, you will want to dry them before drizzling with olive oil. With the air fryer, there’s no need to dry first. The air fryer does all of the work.
What Goes With Air Fryer Chickpeas
Roasted chickpeas make for a delicious snack, but they’re also a great vegan protein addition to a multitude of recipes. Here are some of my favorites to pair them with (you may want to omit the za’atar if you want the flavor profiles to play well together):
- Cowboy Caviar
- Indian Cucumber Salad
- Antipasto Salad
- Aloo Gobi
More Yummy Air Fryer Recipes
Love how simple and delicious these air fryer chickpeas are? Check out some of our other amazing air fryer recipes:
- Cheesy Potatoes
- Air Fryer Meatloaf
- Air Fryer Porkchops
- Keto Shrimp Scampi
- Best Air Fryer Recipes
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Air Fryer Chickpeas with Za’atar
Equipment
- Ninja Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- ▢ 4 tbsp Olive Oil
- ▢ 1 can Canned Chickpeas
- ▢ 4 tbsp za’atar
Instructions
- Open a can of chickpeas
- Drain excess liquid
- Rinse chickpeas thoroughly
- Pour rinsed chickpeas in a mixing bowl
- Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil
- Sprinkle with salt and za’atar blend
- Air fry for 18 minutes, tossing twice during the cooking cycle
- Remove from the air fryer and enjoy
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Air Fryer Chickpeas with Za’atar
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 can Canned Chickpeas
- 4 tbsp za’atar
Instructions
- Open a can of chickpeas
- Drain excess liquid
- Rinse chickpeas thoroughly
- Pour rinsed chickpeas in a mixing bowl
- Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil
- Sprinkle with salt and za’atar blend
- Air fry for 18 minutes, tossing twice during the cooking cycle
- Remove from the air fryer and enjoy
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This super-simple yet flavorful Instant Pot Mexican Chicken will add new and exciting flavors to your dinner table. It’s a great way to change up your chicken game! It’s fast, delicious, and extremely flavorful.
Why This Needs To Be Your Next Taco Tuesday
- Fast. Ready in under 30 minutes.
- Easy. A simple pour and cook recipe !
- Low Carb . You won’t believe something this yummy is only 4 carbs per serving.
- Authentic. This dish is truly full of authentic Mexican flavors.
You’re going to feel like you’re adding way too many spices–but you’re not. You’re adding just the right amount of spice, and it’s going to be spectacular when you’re done.
It’s one of those super easy recipes where you do minimal browning and then throw everything in the pressure cooker or Instant Pot and just let it cook.
Why Is This Called Instant Pot Mexican Chicken?
I don’t know what to call this, OK? if someone has a better name let me know. But it’s chicken, it’s Mexican-style spices, we learned it from someone who was Mexican, it’s in a red tomato sauce–hence the dubious but descriptive name.
How Long Does It Take To Cook Chicken In A Pressure Cooker?
You’ll be astonished by how quickly you can make a full meal with the help of your Instant Pot .
Generally, if you chunk your chicken breasts or thighs into bite-size pieces, you can cook chicken in a pressure cooker in as little as 10 minutes.
How To Make Instant Pot Mexican Chicken
- Turn your Instant Pot or Pressure cooker onto Sauté.
- While it heats, coat the chicken with cumin, chile, and salt.
- Pour the oil into the pressure cooker once it is hot, and add the coated chicken pieces.
- You are doing this step to get the spices to “bloom” a little bit to get their full flavor. So cook it for 4-5 minutes, and you should be good to go.
- Add everything else into the pressure cooker and close.
- Cook at high pressure for 15 minutes, and allow it to release pressure naturally for 10 minutes. Release all remaining pressure.
- Use two forks to shred the chicken a bit more if you’re serving it as tacos, or enjoy it over rice.
Tips and Tricks For Making This Yummy Keto Chicken Recipe
- Add the spices. I know. The spices I tell you to add in to this Pollo Con Salsa may seem excessive. But I promise with the water you have to add to the Instant Pot for it to come to pressure will dilute the spice level a bit.
- Use your stand mixer. If you have a stand mixer, use the paddle attachment to shred your chicken quickly and easily.
- Use what you have. Only have chicken breasts in your fridge or freezer? No problem! This recipe works just as great with chicken breasts.
What To Serve With Mexican Chicken
Check out my Pork Chile Verde recipe ! It’s a great way to get tender Mexican pork and it takes minimal effort on your part.
And if you’re looking for a great Mexican side dish, check out my Mexican Rice recipe ! It’s a delicious and authentic Mexican rice that’s very easy to make!
Another great Mexican dish is my Instant Pot Mexican Ground Beef Casserole With Rice And Beans ! It’s a super family-friendly meal that you’re going to love!
If you want other Mexican Recipes, try my Chipotle chicken recipe . I do have a Mexican Pressure cooker cookbook with some great Mexican and Tex-Mex recipes for the pressure cooker, so you can definitely check that out.
In the meantime, you just make this Mexican Chicken Pollo con Salsa Roja and enjoy it, no matter my pathetic naming abilities.
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Mexican Chicken | Instant Pot Mexican Pollo En Salsa Rojo
Ingredients
- ▢ 2 pounds ( 907.18 g ) Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs , boneless, skinless cut into bite sizes
- ▢ 1.5 tablespoons ( 1.5 tablespoons ) Ground Cumin
- ▢ 1.5 tablespoons ( 1.5 tablespoons ) Mexican Red Chili Powder , (NOT cayenne)
- ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) Kosher Salt
- ▢ 2 tablespoons ( 2 tablespoons ) Oil
- ▢ 14 ounces ( 396.89 g ) Canned Tomatoes
- ▢ 5 ounces ( 141.75 g ) Tomato Paste
- ▢ 1 small ( 1 small ) Onion , chopped
- ▢ 3 cloves ( 3 cloves ) Garlic
- ▢ 2 ounces ( 56.7 g ) canned/pickled jalapenos
Instructions
- Turn your Instant Pot or Pressure cooker onto Sauté.
- While it heats, coat the chicken with the cumin, chile, and salt.
- Pour the oil into the pressure cooker once it is hot, and add the coated chicken pieces.
- You are doing this step to get the spices to “bloom” a little bit to get their full flavor. So cook it for 4-5 minutes, and you should be good to go.
- Add everything else into the pressure cooker and close.
- Cook at high pressure for 15 minutes, and allow it to release pressure naturally for 10 minutes. Release all remaining pressure.
- Use two forks to shred the chicken a bit more if you’re serving as tacos, or eat over rice.
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Originally Published September 1, 2017
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