One-Pot Chickpeas and White Beans Recipe
This One-Pot Chickpeas and White Beans recipe is a hearty, flavorful vegetarian dish that combines organic chickpeas and white beans with a rich tomato base, seasoned with a Tuscan Marry Me blend and smoked paprika. The dish is cooked in one pot for convenience and topped with melty mozzarella cheese, making it perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Legumes and Beans
- 1 (15 oz.) can organic chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz.) can organic white beans, drained and rinsed
Vegetables and Aromatics
- ½ onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (15 oz.) can organic diced tomatoes
Seasonings and Sauces
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Tuscan Marry Me blend
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Sea salt, to taste
- 4 tablespoons organic tomato paste
- ½ cup premium tomato sauce
- ½ cup organic vegetable stock (optional)
- 2 tablespoons white cooking wine
Cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or 8 oz. fresh mozzarella chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas and white beans thoroughly. Chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves to have all ingredients ready for cooking.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent and tender, approximately 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add spices and tomato paste: Stir in the Tuscan Marry Me blend and smoked paprika, allowing the spices to toast slightly with the aromatics. Then add the tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes to deepen its flavor.
- Incorporate tomatoes and liquids: Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and vegetable stock (if using) into the pot. Pour in the white cooking wine and stir everything together. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for about 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Add beans and cook: Stir in the drained chickpeas and white beans. Continue simmering for an additional 10 minutes to heat the beans through and thicken the sauce. Season with sea salt to taste.
- Add cheese and serve: Remove the pot from heat and stir in half of the shredded mozzarella cheese so it melts evenly into the beans. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top, cover with a lid for a few minutes to let it melt, then serve warm.
Notes
- The Tuscan Marry Me blend can be purchased or homemade using a mix of Italian herbs like oregano, thyme, rosemary, and sage.
- You may substitute white beans with cannellini, navy, or great northern beans.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the spices.
- Vegetable stock is optional; omit it for a thicker, less saucy dish.
- Fresh mozzarella adds a creamier texture, while shredded mozzarella melts faster and more evenly.
