Sheet Pan Farro with Herbed Chickpeas
A hearty grain dish combining chewy farro, creamy chickpeas, and fragrant herbs for a satisfying vegetarian meal. This mediterranean-inspired sheet pan (vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes pairs rinsed farro, (15 oz), drained and rinsed chickpeas, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 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 cup, rinsed farro
- 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed chickpeas
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp, fresh or 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread farro in a single layer on a sheet pan and roast for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until toasted.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine roasted farro, chickpeas, garlic, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss to mix.
- Step 3: Transfer to a serving dish and drizzle with olive oil. Serve warm with a sprinkle of parsley.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Farro with Herbed Chickpeas take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (20 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 Sheet Pan Farro with Herbed Chickpeas?
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 rinsed farro from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Farro with Herbed Chickpeas?
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 Sheet Pan Farro with Herbed Chickpeas 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 Sheet Pan Farro with Herbed Chickpeas vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
