Description
Enjoy a flavorful and satisfying meal with this easy One Pot Chickpea Orzo recipe. Packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors and wholesome ingredients, this vegetarian dish is perfect for a quick and delicious dinner.
Ingredients
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For the One Pot Chickpea Orzo:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with juices
- 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- juice of 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add orzo, chickpeas, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in spinach until wilted. Remove from heat and add feta, parsley, and lemon juice. Stir gently and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra protein, add grilled chicken or shrimp.
- If you prefer a creamier texture, stir in 2 tablespoons of cream or Greek yogurt at the end.
- Leftovers reheat well and make a great lunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course, One Pot
- Method: Stovetop, Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
