Description
Marry Me Chickpeas is a delightful vegan twist on the beloved Marry Me Chicken, perfect for any occasion. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this creamy and flavorful dish that will undoubtedly become a favorite at your dinner table. The combination of garlicky sun-dried tomatoes, chickpeas, and fresh spinach creates a rich and satisfying meal that’s both hearty and healthy. Whether served over fluffy rice, crusty bread, or pasta, this one-pan wonder is adaptable to your taste preferences and pantry staples. It’s a quick solution for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- (2) 15-ounce cans chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 cup vegan cream
- 2 cups baby spinach (sliced)
- 4–5 fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- optional: 1/2 cup grated vegan parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a large sauté pan over low-medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper; cook for about 1 minute.
- Add drained chickpeas, vegetable broth, tomato paste, vegan cream, and spinach; mix well and bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat, stir in fresh basil leaves (and optional vegan parmesan), and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegan/Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg