How To Make Marry Me Chickpeas
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
432 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course, Appetizer, Snacks
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Italian, American
How To Make Marry Me Chickpeas
Description
How To Make Marry Me Chickpeas uses butter, garlic, and a combination of herbs and spices such as oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper to build a fragrant base. Sun-dried tomatoes add a concentrated, tangy depth, while the vegetable broth forms a light liquid foundation.
Simmering chickpeas in this mixture allows them to absorb the flavors, resulting in a dish with a creamy texture enhanced by the addition of heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese at the end. Fresh basil imparts a bright herbal note that balances the richness.
This dish is best served warm accompanied by crusty bread, perfect for soaking up the sauce. It suits vegetarian meals and can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to a week, maintaining its flavor well for leftovers or meal prep.
Reheating should be done gently in short bursts in the microwave to retain creaminess and prevent curdling. Half-and-half can be substituted for heavy cream for a lighter consistency if desired.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp butter 28 g, unsalted
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp oregano
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- ¼ tsp black pepper ground
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes roughly chopped
- 1 cup vegetable broth 236 mL
- 2 oz cans chickpeas drained, 425 g cans
- 1 cup heavy cream can sub half-and-half
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 2 Tbsp basil chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Flavor Base: Heat 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, 4 cloves garlic, ½ tsp each salt, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, and ¼ tsp ground black pepper in a large saute pan or pot over medium heat. Cook for about 2 minutes, until garlic is fragrant.
- Fillings: Stir in ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, 1 cup vegetable broth, and 2 15-oz cans chickpeas. Continue cooking on medium, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
- Finish: Remove from heat. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream ½ cup grated parmesan, and 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil. Serve warm with crusty bread.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 7 days; great for vegetarian meal prep.
- Reheat gently in the microwave in 30-second intervals until warmed through to maintain creaminess.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 432 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 432kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 44.2g | 15% |
| Protein | 15.7g | 31% |
| Fat | 22.3g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 12.9g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 66mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 1204mg | 50% |
| Potassium | 452mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 8.3g | 33% |
| Sugar | 0.8g | 2% |
| Calcium | 215mg | 22% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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