Skillet Chickpeas
Shanthi Appelo, MS, RD
| 1 min read
This recipe is a great and versatile way to elevate chickpeas. Sauté canned chickpeas with olive oil and spicesgarlic then finish with a squeeze of lemon. They crisp up nicely in the pan and can be served over on top of a salad, hummus or a grain. To save more on this recipe, the oil can be swapped for canola, vegetable oil or whatever is in the pantry.
Total Time:
15 minutes
Prep Time:
5 minutes
Cooking Difficulty:
Easy
Serving Amount
Ingredients
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 tsp. garlic powder
2 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. onion powder
1⁄2 tsp. sugar or honey
Optional - pinch red pepper flakes
Salt and pepper to taste
Lemon juice to taste
Optional – chopped or dried parsley for topping
Instructions
Step 1
In a pan over medium heat, add oil. Once warm, add chickpeas, spices and the sweet element. Sauté, stirring frequently, until chickpeas crisp up and are softened, about 7-10 minutes.
Step 2
Season with salt and pepper to taste, then squeeze lemon juice and top with parsley if desired.
