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Skillet Chickpeas

A delicious side of chickpeas with onions, garlic and red pepper flakes coated with the bright and fresh flavors of lemon juice and parsley.
Course: Side Dish
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 3 T extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/8 t red pepper flakes
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 2 15- oz cans chickpeas rinsed & drained
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 T chopped fresh parsley
  • Juice of 1 lemon or to taste
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, stirring often until the garlic is lightly golden and fragrant (about 2 minutes).
  • Add the onion and cook until softened and lightly browned (about 5 to 7 minutes).
  • Add the chickpeas and vegetable broth. Cover and simmer until the chickpeas are heated through (about 7 minutes).
  • Uncover and increase the heat to high. Simmer until the liquid has reduced to a light glaze (about 3 minutes). Remove from the heat.
  • Stir in the parsley and lemon juice. Add salt a pepper to taste.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Double the recipe and serve over rice or your favorite grain for a main dish.
Recipe Source: The America's Test Kitchen New Family Cookbook