Description
Creamy marry me chickpeas dance with aromatic spices in this irresistible Mediterranean-inspired comfort dish. Rich garlic, warm tomato sauce, and tender chickpeas promise a passionate culinary experience that will captivate your senses and heart.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 cans (15 ounces/425 grams each) chickpeas
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (roughly chopped)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
Spices, Seasonings, and Dairy:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (28 grams)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Liquid:
- 1 cup vegetable broth (236 milliliters)
Instructions
- Warm butter in a spacious skillet over medium heat until it becomes slightly foamy and golden.
- Infuse the melted butter with aromatic garlic, vibrant herbs, and spicy red pepper flakes, stirring continuously for approximately 2 minutes to release their robust flavors.
- Introduce sun-dried tomatoes and plump chickpeas into the fragrant mixture, then pour vegetable broth to create a rich, simmering base.
- Allow the ingredients to meld together, uncovered, for 5 minutes, gently bubbling and concentrating the complex flavors.
- Transition the skillet off the heat and incorporate luxurious heavy cream, creating a silky texture and blending in freshly grated parmesan for depth.
- Finish the dish by delicately folding in fresh basil leaves, which will release their bright, aromatic essence throughout the creamy mixture.
- Transfer to a serving dish and accompany with crusty, rustic bread to capture every delectable drop of the sumptuous sauce.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes for mild or spicy preferences.
- Swap heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free, vegan-friendly alternative that maintains creamy texture.
- Fresh herbs can elevate flavor – experiment with thyme or parsley alongside basil for depth and complexity.
- Toast chickpeas beforehand for extra crunch and intensified nutty undertones, transforming dish’s overall mouthfeel.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 391 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg