Smoky Sweet Potato and Chickpea Sheet Pan Dinner
Ingredients
- 1
15oz can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium sweet potato
chopped into small cubes, ½ inch thick
- 1 head of broccoli
chopped into small ping pong sized florets
- 1/2 medium red onion
sliced thin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp fennel seed
- 1/2 tsp dry thyme
- 1/2 tsp dry basil
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 1-2 tbsp olive oil
- Handful of fresh minced parsley and cilantro
Directions
- 1
Set oven to 400F. Dry off your chickpeas in a clean kitchen towel and lightly rub it over the chickpeas. Remove any loose chickpea skins that come off.
- 2
Add your chickpeas and sweet potato to a large parchment lined sheet pan and drizzle with half of the olive oil, dry herbs and spices. With your hands toss everything together evenly and then spread your chickpeas and potatoes out into a single layer.
- 3
Place the sheet pan into the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
- 4
Carefully remove the sheet pan, give the chickpeas and sweet potato a toss with a spatula and push them a bit to the side to make room for your broccoli and red onion.
- 5
To the broccoli and red onions, drizzle with your remaining oil, herbs and spices and toss together with your hands and spread out again on your sheet pan.
- 6
Return the pan to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes, and when done cooking sprinkle with some fresh herbs like cilantro and parsley and serve.
Smoky Sweet Potato and Chickpea Sheet Pan Dinner
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About this Recipe
Looking for a delicious, effortless vegan meal that comes together on a single pan? This Smoky Sweet Potato and Chickpea Sheet Pan Dinner delivers incredible flavor with minimal cleanup, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and the synergy of roasted vegetables. Roasting sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and broccoli together with a robust blend of smoky spices allows their flavors to meld and deepen, creating a satisfying texture contrast and a truly comforting meal that’s both healthy and hearty.
Prepare for a vibrant dish bursting with savory, smoky notes from the paprika and cumin, beautifully balanced by the natural sweetness of the roasted sweet potatoes. The chickpeas become wonderfully tender on the inside with a slight crispness on the outside, while the broccoli florets turn perfectly tender-crisp. You'll find each bite offers a delightful medley of textures and a fragrant aroma, making for a truly satisfying plant-based experience.
This versatile sheet pan dinner is incredibly adaptable. For an even deeper smoky flavor, consider adding a touch more smoked paprika. If you're a fan of herbs, a sprinkle of fresh rosemary or oregano could complement the existing thyme and basil beautifully. You can also adjust the amount of garlic powder to your preference, from mild to pronounced.
This sheet pan dinner is perfect for a weeknight meal when you need something quick, healthy, and satisfying. It shines as a complete meal on its own, but also pairs wonderfully with a side of fluffy quinoa or a simple green salad for a more substantial spread.