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Chickpea and Rice Skillet

Chickpea and Rice Skillet: A Flavorful One-Pan Delight

Chickpea and Rice Skillet is a flavorful one-pan dish, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Sub with avocado oil or canola oil if needed.
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots make a great alternative.
  • 1 medium Bell pepper Any type will work, or try zucchini.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Replace with 1/8 tsp garlic powder per clove if necessary.
  • 1 can Chickpeas Drained; can swap with black beans.
  • 2 cups Cooked rice Any variety works; adjust cook time for brown rice.
  • 1 can Diced tomatoes Canned with juice; fresh tomatoes are great when in season.
  • 1 cup Vegetable broth Chicken broth is a non-vegetarian substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Use according to your palate.
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded cheese Consider a Mexican blend.
  • 1 medium Avocado Sliced; guacamole is a flavorful twist.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro Feel free to skip if not a fan.

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by heating 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add one diced onion and one chopped bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Next, stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Toss in one can of drained chickpeas, 2 cups of cooked rice, and one can of diced tomatoes with their juice.
  5. Pour in 1 cup of vegetable broth and sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning. Mix everything well.
  6. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover the skillet.
  7. Let it cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Once finished, taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 13gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is adaptable; feel free to add any vegetables you like or adjust spice levels.

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