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Chickpea Rice Skillet

Chickpea Rice Skillet
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This Chickpea Rice Skillet is a quick, wholesome one-pan meal combining hearty chickpeas, fluffy rice, and vibrant spices. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights, offering a nutritious, protein- and fiber-packed dish with minimal cleanup and big flavor.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup long-grain white or brown rice, rinsed
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste or 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For Garnishing

  • Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
  • Optional: lemon juice, toasted nuts, crumbled feta or Greek yogurt

Instructions

  1. Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Then add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. This forms the flavorful base of the dish.
  2. Add Bell Peppers and Spices: Stir in chopped bell peppers along with cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the peppers soften and the spices are aromatic.
  3. Mix in Chickpeas and Tomato: Add the rinsed chickpeas and tomato paste or diced tomatoes. Stir well to coat everything evenly and deepen the flavor.
  4. Cook the Rice: Pour in the rinsed rice and vegetable broth, stirring to distribute all ingredients evenly. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  5. Finish and Garnish: Remove skillet from heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Sprinkle fresh chopped herbs over the top and add any optional garnishes before serving.

Notes

  • Rinse your rice before cooking to remove excess starch and keep the dish fluffy.
  • Rinse and drain canned chickpeas well to avoid canned flavors overpowering the dish.
  • Season the broth properly with salt to enhance flavors.
  • If the skillet is too dry near the end of cooking, add a splash of broth or water.
  • Let the dish rest covered off heat for about 5 minutes after cooking to meld flavors.

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Keywords: chickpea skillet, one-pan meal, quick dinner, healthy dinner, vegetarian, gluten-free, easy recipe

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