One-Pan Chicken Chickpea Skillet
February 1, 2026
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February’s featured recipe is a one-pan meal that’s big on flavor and easy on your budget. Chickpeas add fiber and protein, making this dish filling and heart-healthy. A great option for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 (12.5-ounce) can chicken, drained
- 1 (12.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained and rinsed
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 cup carrots, sliced or matchstick
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Curry seasoning blend
- (See Seasoning Blend page)
- ¼ cup lite coconut milk or low-fat milk
Instructions
- Wash hands with soap and warm water.
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas and diced tomatoes. Wash the carrots and spinach.
- Drain the canned chicken and break apart with a fork. Pat dry with a paper towel.
- Marinate the chicken with Curry seasoning blend to your liking.
- Peel and chop the onion. Mince the garlic.
- In a large pan, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat.
- Add onion and garlic; cook 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add carrots, spinach, diced tomatoes, chickpeas, and chicken to the pan.
- Cook 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add 2 tablespoons Curry seasoning blend and stir.
- Reduce heat to low.
- Stir in ¼ cup lite coconut milk or low-fat milk.
- Remove from heat and serve with rice or flatbread.