Marry Me Chickpeas

Name: Marry Me Chickpeas
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp Olive Oil; 3 Clove Garlic - Minced; 1/2 Cup Sun Dried Tomato - Chopped; 2 Can Chickpea - Drained And Rinsed; 1 Tsp Italian Seasoning; 1/2 Tsp Mild Smoked Spanish Paprika; 1/4 Tsp Red Pepper Flakes - To Taste; 3/4 Cup Vegetable Stock; 3/4 Cup Heavy Cream; 1/2 Cup Parmesan Cheese - Grated; 2 Cup Spinach; 1/4 Cup Basil - Chopped

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Total: 25 min Serves: 4 3 views

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Creamy and comforting, this dish transforms humble chickpeas into a show-stopping delight. Infused with the vibrant flavors of sun-dried tomatoes and aromatic garlic, each bite is a delicious blend of richness and warmth. The addition of fresh spinach adds a pop of color and a hint of earthiness, making it a perfect choice for a cozy weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends. Serve it alongside crusty bread or pasta for a satisfying meal that’s sure to win hearts at the table.

Ingredients

1 Tbsp Olive Oil
3 Cloves Garlic - Minced
1/2 Cup Sun Dried Tomato - Chopped
2 Cans Chickpea - Drained And Rinsed
1 Tsp Italian Seasoning
1/2 Tsp Mild Smoked Spanish Paprika
1/4 Tsp Red Pepper Flakes - To Taste
3/4 Cup Vegetable Stock
3/4 Cup Heavy Cream
1/2 Cup Parmesan Cheese - Grated
2 Cups Spinach
1/4 Cup Basil - Chopped

Directions

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the garlic and sun-dried tomatoes and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the chickpeas, Italian seasoning, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt and black pepper.
Pour in the vegetable broth and simmer for 3–4 minutes.
Reduce the heat and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan.
Simmer gently for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce becomes rich and creamy.
Add the spinach and stir until just wilted.
Stir in the fresh basil and taste, adjusting the seasoning if needed.
Serve hot with crusty bread, pasta, rice or orzo, spooning plenty of the creamy sun-dried tomato sauce over the top.