Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Marry Me Chickpeas, a vegetarian twist on a classic favorite. This quick and creamy dish combines chickpeas with a luscious Italian-style tomato sauce, making it perfect for romantic dinners or busy weeknights. With just 15 minutes of preparation and cooking time, you can serve up a meal that’s not only delicious but also nutritious. Packed with protein and fiber from chickpeas, this dish is sure to win hearts at your dinner table. Pair it with crusty bread, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this easy-to-make recipe!
Ingredients
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- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 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
- 2 cans chickpeas, drained
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a large sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, vegetable broth, and drained chickpeas. Cook uncovered for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and mix in heavy cream, parmesan cheese, and fresh basil until well combined.
- Serve warm with crusty bread or over rice or quinoa.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg