Skillet Chicken and Chickpeas Recipe

Name: Skillet Chicken and Chickpeas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons oil; 1 onion, medium and sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin; ½ teaspoon cinnamon; ½ teaspoon ginger; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 2 12 lbs chicken, skinned (thighs and drumsticks); 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed; 1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed (3 cups); ⅓ cup raisins; chopped cilantro, and; toasted almond

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons oil
1 onion, medium and sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
½ teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon ginger
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 12 lbs chicken, skinned (thighs and drumsticks)
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed
1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed (3 cups)
⅓ cup raisins
chopped cilantro, and
toasted almond

1
Heat oil in a large skillet.
2
Saute onion 2 minutes.
3
Add garlic and spices; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
4
Stir in tomatoes with juice until blended.
5
Add chicken and chickpeas.
6
Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes.
7
Add butternut squash and raisins.
8
Simmer, covered, another 10 to 15 minutes until squash is tender and chicken is cooked through.
9
Garnish with chopped cilantro and toasted almonds, if desired.
10
Serve with couscous.

351

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons oil, 1 onion, medium and sliced, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Skillet Chicken and Chickpeas falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

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Skillet Chicken and Chickpeas

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