One-Pot Spicy Chicken and Chickpeas Stew

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-02 · Updated 2026-06-02

A hearty one-pot stew combining tender chicken thighs with spicy chickpeas and aromatic spices, perfect for a comforting weeknight meal. This Mediterranean one-pot recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, canned chickpeas, and olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 420 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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

• 4 pieces (about 1.5 lbs) bone-in chicken thighs
• 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 bone-in chicken thighs and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown; remove and set aside.
2. Step 2: Lower heat to medium and add 1 diced yellow onion to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened and translucent. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Pour in 1 can diced tomatoes with juices, 1 1/2 cups chicken broth, and 1 can drained chickpeas. Stir to combine and return the chicken thighs to the pot. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
4. Step 4: Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and tender.
5. Step 5: Remove the lid and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley before serving.