Cheesy Skillet Chickpeas

Cheesy Skillet Chickpeas

This is a great side served alongside a grilled meat or a meal on its own served with crusty bread to mop up the sauce. You decide.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, sliced into petals
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas
  • 1 (24 ounce) jar chunky marinara sauce (such as Barilla®)
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano

Directions

Step 1
Heat oil in large skilled over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and Italian seasoning. Cook for 1 minute more.

Step 2
Drain 1 of the cans of chickpeas, leave liquid in the 2nd. Add all chickpeas, liquid from 1 can, and marinara sauce to skillet; season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 8 minutes.

Step 3
Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler on high heat.

Step 4
Transfer chickpea mixture to an oven proof skillet. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese and olives over the top.

Step 5
Place skillet in the oven and broil until cheese has melted and begins to brown, about 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped oregano and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

342
Calories
14g
Fat
40g
Carbs
16g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 342
% Daily Value *
Total Fat14g 17%
Saturated Fat5g 26%
Cholesterol26mg 9%
Sodium1064mg 46%
Total Carbohydrate40g 14%
Dietary Fiber8g 27%
Protein16g
Potassium569mg 12%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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