Marry Me Chickpeas

Experience the Italian-inspired richness of "Marry Me Chickpeas," a vegetarian delight perfect for meal preps that never lose their appeal. This dish combines creamy, Tuscan-inspired flavors with the heartiness of chickpeas, making it ideal for those looking to savor a quick, delicious, and satisfying meal. With sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and Parmesan cheese, every bite feels like a culinary embrace.

Ingredients

🧈 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, 28 g
🧄 4 cloves garlic, minced
🧂 ½ tsp salt
🌿 ½ tsp oregano
🌶️ ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
⚫ ¼ tsp ground black pepper
🍅 ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, roughly chopped
🥣 1 cup vegetable broth, 236 mL
🥫 2 15-oz cans chickpeas, drained, 425 g each
🥛 1 cup heavy cream
🧀 ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
🌿 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil

Instructions

1- Sauté Aromatics:

• In a large pan over medium heat, add the butter.
• Once melted, add the minced garlic, salt, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
• Sauté until the garlic is fragrant and the spices are aromatic, about 1-2 minutes.

2- Incorporate Tomatoes:

• Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for an additional minute.

3- Stir in Broth:

• Pour in the vegetable broth, stirring to combine the ingredients thoroughly.

4- Add Chickpeas:

• Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas to the pan.
• Stir well and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

5- Combine Cream and Cheese:

• Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream.
• Add the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil.
• Stir until the cheese has melted and the sauce is creamy and heated through, about 2-3 minutes.

6- Serve or Meal Prep:

• Remove from heat.
• The dish can be served immediately or portioned into meal prep containers.
• For meal prep, divide the creamy chickpea mixture into containers alongside steamed vegetables, a grain like quinoa or brown rice, and some cherry tomatoes.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per serving: Approximately 320
Protein: 15g
Fats: 18g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Equipment: Large pan, wooden spoon, measuring cups, knife

Cooking Tips

• Ensure chickpeas are well-drained to prevent the dish from becoming watery.
• Adjust red pepper flakes to taste for spice preference.

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