Mediterranean Chicken and Chickpea Stew
One-pot stew with tender chicken, creamy chickpeas, and bright tomatoes finished with fresh herbs. Weeknight-friendly comfort food ready in under 40 minutes.
- Total time
- 38 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high. Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
Step 2
Sear chicken 3 minutes per side without moving until light golden. Transfer to a plate.
Step 3
Add onion to the pot and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 4
Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Do not let it brown.
Step 5
Pour in tomatoes and broth. Return chicken to the pot. Bring to a simmer.
Step 6
Add chickpeas. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 18-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
Step 7
Stir in fresh oregano or basil. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
Step 8
Serve hot in bowls, spooning broth and chickpeas over chicken.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot with lid (5-quart or larger)
- wooden spoon
- chef's knife
- cutting board
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