Braised Chickpeas With Tomato, Spinach, And Feta

Name: Braised Chickpeas With Tomato, Spinach, And Feta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 5 cloves garlic minced; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 5 ounces baby spinach; 24 ounces marinara sauce; 1 can Roma tomatoes whole peeled, roughly crushed; 1 can chickpeas drained; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 lemon zest and juice; 8 ounces feta cheese block, cut into large pieces

Servings: persons

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["Heat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.", "In a skillet over medium-heat, add the olive oil and garlic cloves and cook for 1-2 minutes,
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making sure not to burn the garlic. Add in the red pepper flakes and spinach. Saute until the
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spinach has wilted.", "Add in the marinara, Roma tomatoes, chickpeas, and kosher salt along with the zest and juice of the
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lemon. Cook for 5 minutes until a simmer is reached. Remove from heat and place the blocks of
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feta cheese into the sauce. Place skillet in preheated oven and cook for 8-10 minutes until the cheese has
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melted.", "Serve with additional crumbled feta, red pepper flakes, olive oil, and a nice crusty piece of bread."]

531

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 5 cloves garlic minced, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 5 ounces baby spinach, and more.

Yes, Braised Chickpeas With Tomato, Spinach, And Feta falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!