Description
This one-pan Marry Me Chickpeas recipe is a creamy, dreamy vegan twist on the viral Marry Me Chicken. Made in just 15 minutes with pantry staples like chickpeas, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes, it’s rich, comforting, and totally plant-based. Serve with crusty bread, rice, or pasta for a cozy, heart-winning meal. Perfect for weeknights, date nights, or anytime you need a bowl of something warm and delicious.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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5 cloves garlic, minced
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½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
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½ teaspoon oregano
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½ teaspoon red chili flakes
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1 teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
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2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
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1 cup vegetable broth
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1 tablespoon tomato paste
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1 cup vegan cream (store-bought or homemade cashew cream)
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2 cups baby spinach, sliced
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4–5 fresh basil leaves, chopped
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Optional: ½ cup grated vegan parmesan cheese (such as Violife)
Instructions
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In a large sauté pan over medium-low heat, warm the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes, until fragrant.
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Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, red chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Let cook for another minute to release the flavors.
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Add the chickpeas, vegetable broth, tomato paste, vegan cream, and sliced spinach. Stir everything together and bring to a gentle simmer.
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Simmer for about 5 minutes, until the spinach is wilted and the mixture is hot and creamy.
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Remove from heat. Stir in fresh basil and grated vegan parmesan, if using.
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Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Serve immediately with bread, over pasta, rice, or baked sweet potatoes.
Notes
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Vegan Cream Options: Use store-bought dairy-free creamer (like Ripple Half & Half), full-fat coconut milk, or homemade cashew cream.
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How to Make Cashew Cream: Soak ¾ cup raw cashews in boiling water for 5–60 minutes. Drain and blend with 1 cup fresh water until smooth.
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Thicker Sauce? Stir in a slurry of 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 3 tablespoons water at the end of cooking.
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Want more protein? Sub chickpeas with crispy tofu, vegan chicken, or seitan for variety.
- Equipment
Large sauté pan
Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
Knife and cutting board
Measuring cups and spoons
High-speed blender (if making homemade cream)
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop / One-pan
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (⅙ of recipe)
- Calories: 294 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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