Creamy Chickpea & Broccoli Alfredo

Creamy Chickpea & Broccoli Alfredo

40 mins
medium
4 servings

A delicious and healthy twist on classic alfredo, featuring chickpeas and broccoli for a protein-packed meal.

Comfort FoodVegetarianWinter

Equipment Needed

  • Large Skillet
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 4.00 tbspUnsalted Butter(divided)
  • 2.00 cansChickpeas((14 oz each), drained and rinsed)
  • 1.00 tspKosher Salt(or to taste)
  • 4.00 cupsBroccoli Florets(from 1 large head)
  • 1.00 mediumShallots(finely chopped)
  • 2.00 clovesGarlic(minced)
  • 1.50 cupsHeavy Cream
  • 1.00 cupParmesan Cheese(shredded, plus extra for topping)
  • 1.00 tablespoonLemon Zest((optional))
  • 1.00 pinchRed Pepper Flakes(for a touch of heat)

Instructions

1

Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chickpeas and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly browned (10-12 mins). Transfer to a plate.

Estimated time: 12 minutes

2

Melt 1 tbsp butter in the same skillet. Add broccoli and a pinch of salt. Stir-fry until tender-crisp (3-4 mins). Transfer to the plate with chickpeas.

Estimated time: 4 minutes

3

Melt remaining butter. Add shallots and cook until softened (2 mins). Add garlic and cook until fragrant (1 min). Whisk in cream and bring to a simmer.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

4

Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened (5 mins). Stir in Parmesan and lemon zest (if using).

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Return chickpeas and broccoli to the skillet. Toss to coat in the sauce.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

6

Broil for 2-3 minutes, watching closely, until sauce bubbles and chickpeas are slightly browned.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

7

Garnish with red pepper flakes and extra Parmesan. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

8

Enjoy your delicious Creamy Chickpea & Broccoli Alfredo!

Estimated time: 1 minutes