One-Pot Lemon Garlic Chickpea Stew

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A fragrant and hearty stew combining chickpeas with fresh lemon and garlic in a simple one-pot recipe perfect for a quick, nourishing meal. This mediterranean-inspired vegan (vegan) ready in about 30 minutes pairs olive oil, minced garlic cloves, medium, diced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 diced medium onion, sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Stir in 2 cups drained chickpeas, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, cooking for 2 minutes to toast the spices.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 3 cups vegetable broth, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley for brightness before serving warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pot Lemon Garlic Chickpea Stew take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover One-Pot Lemon Garlic Chickpea Stew?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Lemon Garlic Chickpea Stew?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale One-Pot Lemon Garlic Chickpea Stew for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is One-Pot Lemon Garlic Chickpea Stew vegan?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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