Crispy Baked Chickpea Patties with Fresh Herbs
Crispy baked chickpea patties are a healthier, homemade alternative to store-bought falafel. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping them crispy and preventing them from falling apart is to use canned chickpeas and add an egg to the mixture. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Mediterranean Side Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette and Easy Korean Beef Ramen Recipe Ready in 25 Minutes.
Why This Crispy Baked Chickpea Patties with Fresh Herbs Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside
- Packed with fresh herbs for a burst of flavor
- Healthier than takeout and perfect for meal prep
- Ready in just 20 minutes
What You'll Need for Crispy Baked Chickpea Patties with Fresh Herbs
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup red onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Optional: Tahini sauce
- Optional: Hummus
- Optional: Lemon wedges
- Optional: Fresh parsley or cilantro
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chickpeas: Make sure to drain and rinse the chickpeas before using.
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How to Make Crispy Baked Chickpea Patties with Fresh Herbs
- Prepare the chickpea mixture: In a food processor, combine chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, red onion, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until the mixture is combined but still has some texture.
- Form the patties: Using your hands, form the chickpea mixture into 8-10 patties, about 1/4-inch thick. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake the patties: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Drizzle the patties with olive oil and bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Baked Chickpea Patties with Fresh Herbs
- Common mistake and fix: To prevent the patties from falling apart, make sure to use canned chickpeas and add an egg to the mixture. If the mixture is still too crumbly, add a little more breadcrumbs or egg.
- Tip: For extra crispy patties, you can spray or brush them with a little bit of olive oil before baking.
- Tip: To make these patties ahead of time, you can form them and store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Baked Chickpea Patties with Fresh Herbs
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: You can form the patties up to 24 hours ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator before baking.
Freezing Crispy Baked Chickpea Patties with Fresh Herbs
Freeze leftover patties for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat patties in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat patties in the microwave for 30-60 seconds, then crisp them up in a pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For an even crispier crust, you can coat the patties in panko breadcrumbs before baking.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the chickpeas for canned white beans or lentils for a similar texture.
- Make-ahead: You can form the patties up to 24 hours ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator before baking.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the patties are sticking to the baking sheet, make sure to use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
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Crispy Baked Chickpea Patties with Fresh Herbs
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup red onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Seasonings
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Optional Toppings
- Tahini sauce
- Hummus
- Lemon wedges
- Fresh parsley or cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the chickpea mixture: In a food processor, combine chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, red onion, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until the mixture is combined but still has some texture.
- Form the patties: Using your hands, form the chickpea mixture into 8-10 patties, about 1/4-inch thick. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake the patties: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Drizzle the patties with olive oil and bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.
Notes
- Chef tip: For an even crispier crust, you can coat the patties in panko breadcrumbs before baking.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the chickpeas for canned white beans or lentils for a similar texture.
- Make-ahead: You can form the patties up to 24 hours ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator before baking.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the patties are sticking to the baking sheet, make sure to use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze leftover patties for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Oven reheat: Reheat patties in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat patties in the microwave for 30-60 seconds, then crisp them up in a pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
- Make ahead: You can form the patties up to 24 hours ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator before baking.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 90
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 3g
- Carbs: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sat. Fat: 0.5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Baked Chickpea Patties with Fresh Herbs FAQs
Yes, you can form the patties up to 24 hours ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator before baking.
To prevent the patties from falling apart, make sure to use canned chickpeas and add an egg to the mixture. If the mixture is still too crumbly, add a little more breadcrumbs or egg.
Yes, you can freeze leftover patties for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place the patties in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.
These patties are great served with tahini sauce, hummus, lemon wedges, and fresh parsley or cilantro. They also pair well with a simple Mediterranean side salad or Easy Korean Beef Ramen.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Baked Chickpea Patties with Fresh Herbs and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
