Easy One-Pan Mediterranean Chickpea Stew

A hearty and flavorful Mediterranean chickpea stew that's simple to prepare in just one pan. Packed with vegetables and spices, this stew is perfect for a wholesome meal any night of the week.

NewPublished Feb 11, 2026
Prep Time15 min
Cook Time30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
DifficultyEasy

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A bowl of hearty Mediterranean chickpea stew garnished with fresh parsley and lemon.

Ingredients

Servings4

Yields 4 servings

  • (2 tbsp) olive oil
  • (1) onion, diced
  • (2 cloves) garlic, minced
  • (1) red bell pepper, diced
  • (1) zucchini, diced
  • (1 can) (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • (1 can) (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • (1 tsp) ground cumin
  • (1 tsp) smoked paprika
  • (2 cups) vegetable broth
  • (1/2 tsp) salt
  • (1/4 tsp) black pepper
  • (1/4 cups) fresh parsley, chopped
  • (1 lemon) for juice

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large pan, heat the (2 tbsp) olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add the (1) onion, diced, and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent.

  3. 3

    Stir in the (2 cloves) garlic, minced, and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Add the (1) red bell pepper, diced, and (1) zucchini, diced, and cook for 5-7 minutes until they start to soften.

  5. 5

    Stir in the (1 can) chickpeas, (1 can) diced tomatoes, (1 tsp) ground cumin, (1 tsp) smoked paprika, (2 cups) vegetable broth, (1/2 tsp) salt, and (1/4 tsp) black pepper. Mix well to combine all ingredients.

  6. 6

    Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the stew has thickened slightly.

  7. 7

    Remove the pan from heat and stir in the (1/4 cup) fresh parsley, chopped, and juice from the (1 lemon). Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

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