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Mid Week YUMM! – Marry Me Chickpeas

“Marry Me” Chickpeas?! This Vegetarian Love Story is About to Steal Your Heart (and Taste Buds!)

Okay, fashionistas, get ready for a flavor fling that’s totally swoon-worthy! We’re taking the famously irresistible “Marry Me Chicken” – you know, that creamy, sun-dried tomato dream – and giving it a chic vegetarian makeover! Our secret weapon? Fiber-packed chickpeas, stepping in as the star and bringing their own delicious charm to the party.

From the velvety chickpeas swimming in that rich, umami-packed sun-dried tomato cream sauce, you’ll be reaching for crusty bread to soak up every last drop. Seriously, prepare for a culinary crush! Want to mix things up? This recipe is totally down to play! Swap those chickpeas for creamy white beans like cannellini or navy for a whole new kind of love affair. Get ready to fall head-over-heels for this veggie delight! #VegetarianLoveStory #MarryMeChickpeas #PlantBasedPerfection #CreamyDreamy #RecipeCrush #FoodieFashion #WeeknightWinner

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons oil from sun-dried tomato jar
  • 1 large shallot, chopped
  • 2/3 cup drained julienne-cut sun-dried tomatoes in oil with herbs, chopped
  • 3 medium cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 (15-oz.) cans no-salt-added chickpeas,  rinsed
  • 1 cup lower-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, preferably Hungarian sweet
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper, divided
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, divided
  • 2/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 2 teaspoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 ounces crusty whole-wheat baguette, halved lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 4 equal pieces

Direction

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons oil from sun-dried tomatoes in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering. Add 1 chopped shallot; cook, stirring often, until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in 2/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes and 3 cloves garlic; cook, stirring constantly, until the tomatoes are slightly broken down and deep red in color, about 2 minutes.
  2. Stir in 2 cans chickpeas, 1 cup broth, 1/2 cup water,  1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning and 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the chickpeas are warmed through and the mixture is slightly reduced, about 3 minutes. Stir in 1/2 cup cream and 1 tablespoon basil; cook until the sauce starts to bubble around the edges. Remove from heat. Gradually stir in 1/3 cup Parmesan until melted and combined, 30 to 45 seconds.
  3. Brush 2 teaspoons melted butter on cut side of bread pieces. Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-low heat. Arrange bread buttered-side down in the pan; cook until golden brown and crisp on the edges.
  4. Top the chickpea mixture with the remaining 1/3 cup Parmesan, 1 tablespoon basil and 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper. Serve with the toasted bread.

Nutrition Information

545 Calories
28g Fat
57g Carbs
20g Protein

EatingWell.com

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