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A skillet of creamy chickpeas with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and fresh basil garnish.

Marry Me Chickpeas

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1/2 cup sun -dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup fresh baby spinach
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add minced garlic and sauté for 60 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  • Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes; cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add the chickpeas to the skillet and toss to coat with the oil and spices.
  • Pour in heavy cream and vegetable broth, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  • Reduce heat to low and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully incorporated and the sauce begins to thicken.
  • Add the fresh baby spinach and stir until just wilted.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with fresh basil.