Roasted Fajita-Spiced Chickpeas

Chickpeas (or garbanzo beans- that just sounds like a muppet name doesn't it) have been a staple in my pantry since I love making (and eating) hummus.  But I recently stumbled upon a recipe for roasted chickpeas. I've never considered eating chickpeas all by themselves, but this seemed like something I'd like.  AND chickpeas are actually kinda good for you. Ya know, all that fiber and protein? It turns out these little babies are yummy. Nice for snacking, or even on top of a salad!


Ingredients:
2 (15oz) cans chickpeas
2 T olive oil
1/2 tea. salt
1/2 tea. pepper
1/2 T. chili powder
1/4 tea cumin
1/4 tea. paprika
1/4 tea. onion powder
1/4 tea. garlic powder
1/8 tea. cayenne (optional if you like heat)

Directions:

• Preheat oven to 350.
• Drain and rinse chickpeas and pat dry.
• Mix oil, salt, pepper and spices and toss in chickpeas to coat.

• Spread on a baking sheet (lined with foil) in a single layer.

• Bake 40-50 minutes (Shake once or twice through baking)
• Store in airtight container once cool.