Skillet Cheesy Chickpeas
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 onion
thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic
roughly chopped
- 2 15-ounce cans chickpeas
drained and rinsed
- 1 24-ounce jar marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 1-2 cups shredded mozzarella
- basil and bread to garnish / serve
Directions
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Heat the olive oil over medium high heat in a large skillet. Add the onion and saute for 3-5 minutes until soft. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the chickpeas and stir to combine, followed by the marinara sauce, boiling water to thin it out and season with salt and pepper.Simmer for 10 minutes. Add the shredded cheese on top and transfer to the broiler to melt the cheese until bubbly and golden. Season with salt and pepper and basil and serve with chunky bread on the side. Also excellent served over roasted chicken!
Skillet Cheesy Chickpeas
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About this Recipe
Looking for a ridiculously easy, yet incredibly satisfying meal that comes together in a flash? These Skillet Cheesy Chickpeas are your new go-to, transforming simple pantry staples like canned chickpeas into a comforting dish everyone will love.
This recipe shines because it leverages the convenience of readily available ingredients, delivering deep, savory flavors with minimal effort. It’s all about layering aromatic onion and garlic with a rich tomato base and abundant melty cheese, creating a meal that feels indulgent but is surprisingly quick to prepare right in one skillet.
Imagine tender, protein-packed chickpeas simmered in a vibrant, savory marinara sauce, blanketed under a generous layer of bubbling, golden-brown mozzarella. Each spoonful offers a delightful contrast of textures—the slight chew of the chickpeas against the gooey, stretched cheese, all infused with the warmth of onion and garlic.
It's truly comfort food at its best: hearty and deeply flavorful. This dish is perfect for those busy weeknights when you crave something homemade without spending hours in the kitchen, offering a satisfying warmth with every bite.
This simple skillet dish is wonderfully adaptable based on your preferences. Feel free to adjust the amount of shredded mozzarella from 1 to 2 cups to achieve your desired level of cheesiness. You can also vary the amount of fresh basil used for garnish, or choose your favorite type of bread to serve alongside for dipping.
Serve these Skillet Cheesy Chickpeas hot, straight from the pan, alongside crusty bread to soak up every last bit of the savory sauce. It’s an ideal fuss-free weeknight dinner or a hearty side dish for a casual gathering.