If you love rich, creamy comfort food, these Marry Me Chickpeas are about to become a favorite. Inspired by the viral Marry Me Chicken recipe, this vegetarian version swaps chicken for protein-packed chickpeas simmered in a luxurious garlic parmesan cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach.
This easy one-pan meal comes together in about 30 minutes and is perfect served over pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Ready in 30 minutes
One-pan meal
High in plant-based protein
Rich and creamy
Great for meal prep
Easy vegetarian dinner
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 small yellow onion, diced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1 cup vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
2 cups fresh spinach
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add onion and cook until softened, about 4 minutes.
Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
Cook for 1 minute.
Step 2
Add chickpeas and sun-dried tomatoes.
Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
Step 3
Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream and parmesan cheese.
Allow the sauce to simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
Step 4
Add spinach and stir until wilted.
Season with salt and pepper.
Step 5
Serve over pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or with crusty bread.
Garnish with fresh basil and extra parmesan.
Tips
Use coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
Add mushrooms for extra texture.
Serve over linguine or fettuccine.
Store leftovers for up to 4 days.
What to Serve with Marry Me Chickpeas
Garlic bread
Roasted vegetables
Mashed potatoes
Rice
Pasta
Side salad
Nutrition
Per Serving:
Calories: 420
Protein: 15g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fat: 28g
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