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