ChiChi is a chickpea-based hot cereal — think of it as a high-protein alternative to oatmeal, made from real chickpeas instead of oats. It's 100% plant-based, naturally gluten-free, and packed with 10-12g of protein per serving with no protein powders or isolates. Just add milk or water, cook for a few minutes, and top with your favorites.
ChiChi was founded by Chiara and Izzy, college roommates at Washington University in St. Louis. Chiara was frustrated with traditional oatmeal causing blood sugar spikes and energy crashes, so they started experimenting with chickpeas in their dorm room. What began as a $4,000 experiment has grown into a brand sold in over 300 stores nationwide including Target, Whole Foods, and Safeway.
ChiChi is made from chickpeas instead of oats, which means it has 60% more protein, 33% fewer net carbs, more fiber, and a lower glycemic index than traditional oatmeal. You get sustained energy all morning without the sugar crash. It's also naturally gluten-free and vegan. The taste is creamy and slightly nutty — like oatmeal's high-protein cousin.
ChiChi is a great option for anyone watching their nutrition. With 10-12g of protein and a low glycemic index, it keeps you full and energized longer than traditional oatmeal. The high protein and fiber content helps manage hunger and supports balanced blood sugar. It's also naturally low in sugar with no artificial ingredients.
Many of our customers with diabetes love ChiChi because chickpeas are naturally low glycemic, meaning they don't cause the blood sugar spikes that oats and other grains can. ChiChi is high in protein and fiber, which helps with blood sugar management. As always, we recommend consulting your doctor about any dietary changes.
Yes! ChiChi is made from simple, real ingredients with no artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives. It's a great way to get more protein and fiber into your kids' breakfast. Our Apple Cinnamon and Maple Brown Sugar flavors are especially popular with little ones. For children with peanut allergies, please note that our Peanut Butter Chip flavor and maple cups are processed in a facility that handles peanuts.
ChiChi is available in over 300 stores nationwide including Target, Safeway, and Raley's. You can also order online at chichifoods.com, amazon.com, and target.com. Check out our store locator to find a location near you!
Our Original flavor has no added sugar at all. Our flavored varieties like Apple Cinnamon, Maple Brown Sugar, Dark Chocolate, and Peanut Butter Chip contain a small amount of cane sugar for natural sweetness — far less than most flavored oatmeal brands. We never use artificial sweeteners.
The five current flavors are Original, Apple Cinnamon, Maple Brown Sugar, Dark Chocolate, and Peanut Butter Chip.
Order directly on our website at chichifoods.com, on amazon.com or on target.com! We also sell in stores, check out our store locator to find a store near you!
ChiChi Satisfaction Guarantee
At ChiChi, we take pride in the high quality and unique appeal of our chickpea hot cereal and strive for every customer to have a positive experience. If, for any reason, you're not fully satisfied, we're committed to making it right.
Returns
If you find yourself not completely in love with your first order at ChiChi, we're here to support you with a refund. We accept returns on your first order of up to 4 bags or $32, provided the request is made within 30 days from the order date.
To initiate a return, please email us at contact@chickpeaoats.com with your order number and reason for return.
There's no need to send the product back to us. Once your return request is approved, we'll process your refund minus a $9 return service fee.
Refunds
Once your return request is approved, your refund will be processed, and a credit will automatically be issued to your original method of payment within the standard processing time.
If you haven't received your refund yet, we recommend checking your bank account again, contacting your credit card company (as processing time may vary), and reaching out to your bank (as refunds can take additional time to be posted).
If you've completed these steps and still haven't received your refund, please contact us at contact@chickpeaoats.com.
Exchanges
We only replace items if they arrive defective or damaged. If you need to exchange an item for the same product, please email us at contact@chickpeaoats.com.
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Each serving has 10-12g of protein, depending on the flavor! All from chickpeas, no powders or isolates!
Compared to oats, chickpeas naturally have 60% more protein, 33% fewer net carbs, more fiber, and are low glycemic. High protein and low sugar is important for sustainable energy. If you eat ChiChi, you won't get a sugar crash, and are energized all morning!
All of our flavors are 100% plant based. No dairy, no eggs, no animal products - just real ingredients that happen to taste amazing!
ChiChi is made from chickpeas and other naturally gluten-free ingredients. While we are not certified gluten-free, we thoroughly clean our equipment between runs to minimize any risk of cross-contamination!
Most of our flavors are packaged in peanut free facilities. Except our peanut butter flavor and maple cups. Reach out to contact@chickpeaoats.com with any questions!
ChiChi can be prepared with milk or water, but we recommend using any kind of milk for the best taste and texture!
Creamy, a little nutty, and way more satisfying than oats. Think of it as oatmeal's high protein cousin!
ChiChi should be soft and creamy! When in doubt, add more milk or water, and cook for another 30 seconds.
Too thick? Add a splash of milk
Too liquidy? Cook for 30 secs to 2 mins longer
Undercooked/crunchy? Cook for 2 more mins
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