Description
This Creamy Lemon Pepper Chickpea Skillet is a delicious and hearty vegetarian dish featuring chickpeas simmered in a luscious lemon pepper cream sauce. Flavored with garlic, mustard powder, and Parmesan cheese, it’s perfect for a comforting dinner that comes together quickly on the stovetop.
Ingredients
Scale
Flavor Base
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter (28 g)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp mustard powder
Sauce
- 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup vegetable broth (236 mL)
Main
- 2 15-oz cans chickpeas, drained (425 g cans)
- 1 cup heavy cream (236 mL)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chopped Italian parsley
To Serve
- Lemon slices
- Coarsely ground black pepper
Instructions
- Flavor Base: Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, lemon pepper seasoning, salt, and mustard powder. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the garlic is fragrant and the spices are well combined.
- Simmer: Stir in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook briefly to form a roux. Slowly drizzle in 1 cup of vegetable broth while continuously stirring to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook until the sauce thickens. Add the drained chickpeas, cover the pan, and let them simmer in the sauce for about 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Finish: Remove the pan from heat and stir in 1 cup of heavy cream, ½ cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and ¼ cup of chopped Italian parsley until the sauce is creamy and well blended. Garnish with lemon slices and coarsely ground black pepper. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon pepper seasoning for the best flavor.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, let it simmer a bit longer before adding the cream.
- Serve with crusty bread or over rice for a complete meal.
- Parmesan cheese adds saltiness, so adjust additional salt to taste accordingly.
- Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: chickpeas, lemon pepper, creamy skillet, vegetarian, easy dinner, chickpea recipe
