Crispy Bbq Chickpea Croutons
Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 3 tablespoons tapioca flour
- 1/2 cup low-sugar BBQ sauce
- 2 cups Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
Preparation
Season chickpeas with salt and pepper
Set up three stations for breading: one bowl with tapioca flour, one bowl with BBQ sauce, and a plate with bread crumbs; line a large baking sheet with parchment paper misted with oil
Add chickpeas to tapioca flour and mix with a spoon until all coated, then coat in BBQ sauce, and place in bread crumbs making sure chickpeas are breaded throughout; use a large dry spoon to place chickpeas on the baking sheet, separating any that are stuck together and giving enough room between each for crisping
Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit until coating is golden and crisp, shaking the pan halfway through, for about 15-20 minutes, or air fry at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 7-10 minutes in two batches
Serve croutons warm or at room temperature, use as a salad topper with your favorite dressing or as a pita filling
