Chickpea Stew Recipe with Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
335 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chickpea Stew Recipe with Chicken
Description
This Chickpea Stew Recipe with Chicken combines boneless chicken breast cooked until tender with a sauté of onions, carrots, and garlic. Garbanzo beans and tomato puree form the stew’s base, while molasses and chopped unsweetened chocolate add subtle sweetness and depth. The garam masala spices inject warm, aromatic notes balancing the savory and sweet elements.
The cooking method, starting with searing the chicken and then simmering the vegetable and bean mixture, allows the flavors to meld and intensify. The texture contrasts the tender chicken and carrots with the creamy chickpeas, creating a comforting dish with complexity from the seasoning.
Serve this stew alongside couscous or quinoa to soak up the flavorful sauce, offering a balanced and satisfying meal. The chicken adds protein without overpowering the distinctive flavor combination, making it excellent for those who enjoy hearty stews with a hint of sweetness and spice.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast boneless and skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or grape seed oil
- 1 onion diced, large
- 3 carrot thinly sliced
- 3 teaspoons garlic chopped
- 1 15 ounce garbanzo beans chickpeas, rinsed and drained, canned
- 1 15 ounce tomato puree no salt added, canned
- 2 Tablespoons molasses
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 ounce unsweetened chocolate chopped
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
Instructions
- In a large skillet on medium-high heat, cook chicken in oil for 4-5 minutes or until the chicken reaches 165°F and is no longer pink. Remove the chicken and set aside. Clean skillet if you are also serving vegetarian guests.
- Reheat pan and add an additional teaspoon of oil. Add onions, carrots and garlic to hot skillet. Sauté until vegetables are crisp and tender.
- Add garbanzo beans, tomato, molasses, and salt to the skillet. Cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in garam masala and chocolate until combined.
- Remove a portion to serve vegetarian guests.
- Add chicken to skillet, and let flavors combine until chicken is warmed (approximately 5 minutes).
- Serve with couscous or quinoa.
Notes
- The chicken adds protein and pairs well with the stew’s slightly sweet and spiced sauce.
- This dish provides a hearty meat and chickpea combination for those used to animal protein.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 335 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 335kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Cholesterol | 64mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 463mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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