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Quick Zesty Mediterranean Chickpea Skillet Recipe with Lemon and Feta

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A quick and vibrant Mediterranean chickpea skillet featuring crispy chickpeas, fresh lemon, and salty feta, perfect for a flavorful and easy weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 large lemon, juiced and zested
  • 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • A handful fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes, a pinch or two (optional)

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly. Mince the garlic, finely chop the red onion, zest and juice the lemon, and roughly chop the parsley.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add the chickpeas, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat evenly.
  6. Let chickpeas cook undisturbed for about 3 minutes to crisp on one side, then stir and repeat until golden and slightly crunchy, about 8-10 minutes total. Add a splash of water or more oil if sticking.
  7. Remove skillet from heat. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and crumble feta over the top. Toss gently to combine. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
  8. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the skillet and serve warm.

Notes

For extra crispiness, drain and pat dry chickpeas well before cooking. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure proper browning. Add lemon juice off the heat to preserve its bright flavor. Crumble feta last to maintain its texture. Stir chickpeas only after they have crisped on one side to avoid mushiness.

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Keywords: chickpeas, Mediterranean, lemon, feta, quick recipe, vegetarian, easy dinner, skillet, healthy

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