Description
Fall in love with Marry Me Chickpeas, a delightful vegetarian twist on the classic Marry Me Chicken. This quick and creamy dish features chickpeas simmered in a luscious Italian-style tomato sauce infused with garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for a cozy date night or any weeknight dinner. Not only is it rich in flavor, but it also packs a nutritious punch, making it perfect for those looking to enjoy a satisfying meal without meat. Serve it warm with crusty bread for dipping or over fluffy rice for a complete meal that will impress your loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp oregano
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, roughly chopped
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained
- 1 cup heavy cream (can substitute half-and-half)
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
- 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Heat butter in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic, salt, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, vegetable broth, and chickpeas; cook uncovered for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and mix in heavy cream, grated parmesan, and fresh basil until well combined.
- Serve warm with crusty bread or over rice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg