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A large skillet filled with creamy Marry Me Chickpeas with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach

Marry Me Chickpeas

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup sun -dried tomatoes in oil, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
  • Stir in the minced garlic, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for an additional minute.
  • Pour in the vegetable broth and heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  • Allow the sauce to reduce slightly for 5 minutes.
  • Add the chickpeas to the skillet and stir to combine.
  • Add the baby spinach and cook for 2 minutes until the leaves have wilted.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the grated parmesan cheese until fully melted and incorporated.
  • Season with salt and black pepper to taste and garnish with fresh basil before serving.