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Quick Recipe Jalbiteworldfood: Mediterranean Chickpea Skillet

A fast, flavorful Mediterranean chickpea skillet using pantry staples. Ready in 20 minutes, this family-friendly dish brings global flavors to your weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course, Quick Meals, Vegetarian
Cuisine: International, Mediterranean
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Olive oil For sautéing
  • 1 small Onion Diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika Adds Mediterranean flavor
  • 0.5 tsp Ground cumin Toast briefly in skillet
  • 2 cans Chickpeas Drained and rinsed
  • 1 can Crushed tomatoes Muir Glen preferred
  • 3–4 cups Spinach or kale Chopped
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • Optional Feta cheese Crumbled for topping

Equipment

  • 1 10–12 inch skillet For sautéing and simmering
  • 1 Chef’s knife For chopping vegetables
  • 1 Cutting board Prep ingredients safely
  • 1 Spoon Stirring ingredients

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a 10–12 inch skillet over medium heat.
  2. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  3. Add smoked paprika and cumin; toast for 30–60 seconds to release aroma.
  4. Stir in drained chickpeas and crushed tomatoes; simmer 5–8 minutes.
  5. Fold in spinach or kale; cook until wilted, about 1–2 minutes
  6. Finish with lemon juice and crumble feta on top if desired.
  7. Serve over couscous, rice, or warm pita.

Notes

  • Can be made vegan by omitting feta cheese.
  • Prep vegetables in advance to save time.
  • Leftovers store well in the fridge for 3 days; add fresh greens before serving.