This Marry Me Chickpeas recipe is a delightful and flavorful dish perfect for a romantic dinner or a cozy night in. It is made with chickpeas, a creamy tomato sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh herbs. The chickpeas are cooked until tender and then simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce infused with the taste of the sun-dried tomatoes. The fresh herbs add a bright and refreshing touch to the dish.
Marry Me Chickpeas Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can of diced tomatoes, undrained
- ½ cup vegetable broth
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened about 5 minutes.
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Stir in the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, sun-dried tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
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Stir in the chickpeas and parsley—season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve hot over rice or pasta.
Tips
- If you don't have sun-dried tomatoes, you can substitute them with an equal amount of chopped fresh tomatoes.
- You can add other vegetables to this dish, such as spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini.
- Stir in a tablespoon of heavy cream or cream cheese for a richer flavor before serving.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
