One-Pot Spiced Chicken and Chickpea Stew

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

A hearty stew combining tender chicken thighs and chickpeas simmered with aromatic spices for a warming meal. This Mediterranean-inspired Easter recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium (about 1 cup) onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, canned
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, and 1 tsp smoked paprika; cook for 1 minute until spices release their aroma.
3. Step 3: Add 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces to the pot and brown for 5-6 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
4. Step 4: Pour in 2 cups vegetable broth and 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with their juice, then add 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed chickpeas. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
5. Step 5: Bring the stew to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and flavors meld.
6. Step 6: Finish by stirring in 1 tbsp lemon juice and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; adjust seasoning to taste and serve warm.