Smoky Chickpea & Roasted Broccoli Skillet with Lemon-Garlic Sauce

This vibrant, one-pot vegan skillet brings together smoky chickpeas, crisp-tender roasted broccoli, and a zesty lemon-garlic sauce for a satisfying meal in under 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, it's packed with plant-based protein and bursting with flavor.

⏱️ 18 minutes
👥 4 servings
🔥 255 calories
Smoky Chickpea & Roasted Broccoli Skillet with Lemon-Garlic Sauce
Ingredients
  • 2 cups canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp sea salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 0.25 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
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Instructions

1

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add broccoli florets, season with half the salt and pepper, and sauté for 3 minutes until bright green.

⏱️ 3 minutes
2

Add chickpeas, smoked paprika, garlic powder, remaining salt and pepper, and another tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Stir well and cook for 4 minutes, letting the chickpeas slightly crisp.

⏱️ 4 minutes
3

While the skillet cooks, whisk together lemon juice, minced garlic, maple syrup, water, and red chili flakes (if using) in a small bowl to make the lemon-garlic sauce.

⏱️ 1 minute
4

Pour the lemon-garlic sauce over the broccoli and chickpeas in the skillet. Toss gently and cook for 2 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

⏱️ 2 minutes
5

Remove from heat and serve warm. Garnish with extra lemon or fresh herbs if desired.

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Nutrition Information

255
Calories
11g
Protein
32g
Carbs
8g
Fat

Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, frozen broccoli can be used; simply add it directly to the skillet but allow an extra 1-2 minutes for cooking.

Yes, all the ingredients used are naturally gluten-free, but always check labels if you have an allergy.

Absolutely! Bell peppers, zucchini, or snap peas all work well in this one-pot dish.

Increase the amount of red chili flakes in the sauce or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the skillet.

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