CHICKPEA PASTA STEW

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Elevate your favorite pantry essentials in this take on the Roman classic pasta e ceci. Using canned chickpeas and jarred marinara makes for an easy one-pot dinner, and the addition of Parmesan rind gives it depth of flavor.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper, plus more for topping
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 medium onion, diced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 15.5-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
One 24-ounce jar marinara sauce
8 ounces fusilli pasta (about 3 cups)
Zest of 1 lemon
1 piece Parmesan rind plus 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
4 ounces hearty greens, such as baby kale, chopped escarole or Swiss chard (about 6 cups)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the crushed red pepper, garlic, onion, 1 teaspoon salt and several grinds of black pepper and cook until the garlic is softened and the onion is translucent, about 4 minutes. Add the chickpeas and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the chickpeas are coated and heated through, about 3 minutes. Use the back of a wooden spoon to mash about a quarter of the chickpeas; this will help thicken the stew and give it body.
  • Stir in the marinara sauce, pasta, lemon zest, Parmesan rind and 4 cups water. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring occasionally to make sure the pasta isn't sticking to the bottom of the pot, until the pasta is very al dente, about 10 minutes. Stir in the greens and continue to cook until completely wilted, 3 to 4 minutes. Add more salt and black pepper to taste. Divide among bowls, top with the grated Parmesan and some crushed red pepper and drizzle with olive oil.

asif rehman
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The stew was too thick for my liking. I would add more liquid next time.


mdasif sheikh
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This stew is a bit bland for my taste. I would add more spices next time.


Shirley Freeman
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This stew is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diet.


sparky _1122
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I love how versatile this stew is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Suray Narayan
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter night. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are very comforting.


Shadin Sorkar
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this stew. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Shumail Bhatti
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover chickpeas. It's also a very affordable meal.


Happy Deo
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I made this stew in my slow cooker and it turned out perfect. It was so easy to make and the flavors were amazing.


Hakim Officials
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This stew was delicious! I loved the addition of the sun-dried tomatoes. They gave the stew a nice tangy flavor.


Esha Eman
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I'm not a huge fan of chickpeas, but I really enjoyed this stew. The flavors were well-balanced and the stew was very filling. I would definitely make this again.


reeya tamang
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This stew was so easy to make and it tasted amazing. I loved the combination of chickpeas, pasta, and vegetables. I will definitely be making this again.


Ani Bright
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I made this stew for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the addition of the spinach, which gave the stew a nice pop of color and flavor.


Nezam Hossain
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I followed the recipe exactly and the stew turned out perfectly. The chickpeas were tender and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy weeknight meal.


Edward Raphael
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This chickpea pasta stew was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the stew was so hearty and filling. I will definitely be making this again.