Stir-Fried Middle Eastern Spiced Lamb with Chickpeas

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Tender lamb pieces stir-fried with chickpeas and aromatic Middle Eastern spices, finished with fresh herbs for a vibrant, hearty dish. This Middle Eastern recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs ground lamb, cooked chickpeas, 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 medium finely chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.
  2. Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, taking care not to burn.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 lb ground lamb to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 7-8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Mix in 1 cup cooked chickpeas along with 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp ground paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir well and cook for 3 more minutes until spices are aromatic.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice for brightness. Serve immediately.

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