Description
This One Pot Chickpea Orzo is a quick, healthy, and comforting meal packed with flavor. It’s an easy, one-pot dish that combines tender orzo, hearty chickpeas, and fresh vegetables, all simmered together in a savory broth. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, with minimal cleanup!
Ingredients
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- Orzo pasta
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Optional: Greens (spinach or kale), red pepper flakes, lemon juice
Instructions
- Sauté the Onion and Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
- Toast the Spices: Add paprika and cumin to the pot, toasting them for 30 seconds to release their flavors.
- Add the Orzo and Chickpeas: Stir in orzo pasta and chickpeas, letting them cook for 2-3 minutes to absorb the spices and oil.
- Pour in Liquids: Add vegetable broth and diced tomatoes (with juice), stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
- Simmer Until Done: Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed. Stir halfway through.
- Final Touches: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Optionally, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish before serving for extra brightness.
Notes
- Add greens like spinach or kale for extra nutrition. Add them at the end to wilt them into the dish.
- For added heat, use red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
- For different veggies, swap in zucchini, bell peppers, or carrots based on availability.
- You can use dried chickpeas, but make sure they’re cooked and tender before adding them to the dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg