Chickpea Side Dish (Easy Spiced Chickpeas)
An easy one-pan spiced chickpea dish with mushrooms, garlic and a blend of warming spices. Ready in 20 minutes and perfect as a side dish, salad topper or meal prep staple.
Servings: 3
Ingredients
- 19 oz can chickpeas drained and rinsed, about 2.5 cups
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 medium white onion diced
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms white, button, crimini, shitake, etc.
- 1 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp thyme
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat or omit the oil and use a splash of water or vegetable broth.
- Add the onions, garlic and mushrooms and cook for 6 or 7 minutes, stirring every couple minutes to allow them to start to brown.
- Add all the spices and cook for a few more minutes, stirring often.
- Add the chickpeas and continue cooking and stirring for 5-10 minutes until heated through and browned.
Notes
Feel free to throw in a handful of spinach at the end of cooking for a chickpea and spinach dish. This can also be made with black beans, pinto beans or even cooked lentils.
Leftover chickpeas can be stored in a container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Enjoy cold or reheat in the microwave or in a pan.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 9g | Sodium: 559mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 2g