This Easy Chickpea Curry is creamy, cozy, and full of flavor — a simple one-pan dinner made with pantry staples in under 30 minutes.

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Warm, comforting, and full of flavor — this Easy Chickpea Curry brings cozy simplicity to your table. Made with coconut milk, aromatic spices, and tender chickpeas, it’s hearty enough for dinner yet light enough to enjoy any night of the week. This recipe is perfect for busy evenings, made from simple ingredients — simply made.

🍗 Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon curry powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon paprika
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
1 tablespoon lime juice or lemon juice
Fresh cilantro, for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Sauté aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook 3–4 minutes, until softened. Stir in garlic, curry powder, cumin, and paprika.
Add chickpeas and tomatoes: Stir in chickpeas and diced tomatoes. Simmer for 5 minutes to blend flavors.
Stir in coconut milk: Add coconut milk, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
Cook until creamy: Simmer uncovered for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens slightly.
Finish and serve: Stir in lime juice and garnish with cilantro. Serve warm with rice or naan bread.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Pair with basmati rice, jasmine rice, or warm naan bread. It’s also delicious served over quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lighter option.

💡 Simply Made Tip

Want extra veggies? Add a handful of spinach or frozen peas during the last few minutes of cooking — they blend perfectly into the creamy sauce.

🧮 Estimated Nutrition (per serving, serves 4)

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value*
Calories	370 kcal	—
Total Fat	22 g	28%
Saturated Fat	14 g	70%
Cholesterol	0 mg	0%
Sodium	620 mg	27%
Carbohydrates	34 g	11%
Protein	10 g	20%