Marry Me Chickpeas and Orzo
Creamy Marry Me Chickpeas and Orzo is a one-pot vegetarian dish.Made with chickpeas, orzo, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes.Ready in 30 minutes and perfect for cozy dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 shallot minced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 handfuls fresh baby spinach
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add shallot, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in chickpeas, vegetable broth, orzo, sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the orzo is almost tender.
- Add heavy cream, spinach, Parmesan, and basil. Stir well and cook for 2–3 minutes until the spinach wilts and the orzo is perfectly cooked.
- Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm and enjoy this creamy Marry Me Chickpeas and Orzo dish.
Notes
- Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal
- Swap spinach with kale if preferred
- Use low-sodium broth to control salt levels