Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this Baked Feta Chickpeas Recipe, a delightful fusion of flavors that makes for an easy and nutritious meal. Perfect for casual weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this one-pot dish features tender chickpeas, roasted cherry tomatoes, and rich feta cheese, all baked to perfection. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can create a comforting Mediterranean-inspired feast that will impress your family and friends alike. Serve it over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread for a satisfying dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 block (8 oz) feta cheese
- 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 red onion.
- Add minced garlic, oregano, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Drizzle with olive oil and toss until well coated.
- Place the block of feta in the center of the mixture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until tomatoes burst and feta is golden.
- Stir gently after resting for one minute to create a creamy sauce.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 25mg