Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Baked Feta Chickpeas Recipe, a creamy and tangy one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners. This Mediterranean-inspired dish combines protein-packed chickpeas with sweet cherry tomatoes and rich feta cheese, creating a comforting, satisfying meal that can be served over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy recipe is not only quick to prepare but also ensures minimal cleanup thanks to its one-dish format. Enjoy a burst of flavor with every bite as the roasted tomatoes meld with the creamy feta to create an irresistible sauce that will leave everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans chickpeas (15 oz each), rinsed and drained
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium red onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a 9×13 baking dish, combine chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, and chopped onion.
- Add minced garlic, oregano, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes; toss to coat with olive oil.
- Place the block of feta in the center of the dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until tomatoes burst and feta softens.
- Let rest for 1 minute before mixing to create a creamy sauce.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve over pasta, rice, or bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 322
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 7mg