Chipotle Chickpeas

Transform your weeknight dinners with the bold, smoky flavors of Chipotle Chickpeas—a quick and easy recipe that's as versatile as it is irresistible. Featuring tender chickpeas simmered in a rich, savory sauce made with chipotle peppers in adobo, tomato paste, and warming spices like cumin and smoked paprika, this dish delivers the perfect balance of heat and depth. A splash of lime juice adds a zingy brightness, while fresh cilantro provides an optional herbal finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this vegan and gluten-free recipe is perfect for tacos, grain bowls, or as a standalone plant-based entrée. Packed with protein and bursting with flavor, Chipotle Chickpeas will become your go-to dish for effortless, delicious meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 units chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from the chipotle pepper can
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped chipotle peppers and adobo sauce, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Sprinkle in the ground cumin and smoked paprika, and stir for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.

Step 6

Incorporate the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to caramelize it slightly.

Step 7

Pour in the vegetable broth and stir to create a thick, flavorful sauce.

Step 8

Add the drained chickpeas to the skillet and stir to coat them evenly with the sauce.

Step 9

Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 10

Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and clings to the chickpeas.

Step 11

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lime juice for a burst of freshness.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(934.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1204.9

Total Fat 43.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2968.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 165.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.3g	0%
Total Sugars 36.3g
Protein 49.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 347.9mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 2493.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.5%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 52.7%