Waka Chickpea Paprika Skillet

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 cup (about 8 oz / 227 g) canned diced tomatoes
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1/4 tsp salt(optional)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (10 minutes): Drain and rinse the chickpeas. Mince the garlic and chop the parsley.

2. 2

   Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and smoked paprika and cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add the chickpeas and diced tomatoes to the skillet. Simmer for 15–18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is warm and slightly thickened.

4. 4

   Finish: Turn off the heat and stir in the lemon juice and parsley. Taste and adjust with salt and black pepper if needed.