One-Pot Tomato and Chickpea Stew with Warm Spices

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

A hearty, fragrant stew combining tender chickpeas and rich tomatoes simmered with warm, earthy spices for a comforting meal. This Mediterranean-inspired one-pot recipe (vegetarian, gluten free), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs olive oil, yellow onion, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground coriander
• 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
• 15 oz, drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped, for garnish fresh cilantro
• for serving lemon wedges

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium yellow onion and sauté for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
2. Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp ground coriander to the pot. Cook while stirring for 1-2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
3. Step 3: Pour in 14 oz canned diced tomatoes with their juices and 15 oz drained, rinsed canned chickpeas. Stir to combine.
4. Step 4: Add 2 cups vegetable broth, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until the stew thickens slightly.
5. Step 5: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the stew garnished with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and lemon wedges on the side for squeezing.