One -Pot ChickpeaTikka Masala

This is your answer when you need a flavorful, nourishing meal but have minimal energy. Using jarred simmer sauce and canned chickpeas means almost zero prep work, but you still get a restaurant-quality dish packed with plant-based protein and warming spices. The chickpeas provide satisfying texture and protein without any meat. Everything cooks in one pot, and the leftovers are even better the next day.

Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

• ½ Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• ½ red onion (or yellow - whatever you have)

• 2 cups frozen chopped spinach

• Sea salt and black pepper, to taste

• 2 jars (about 15 oz each) tikka masala simmer sauce

• 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes

• 2 (15 oz) cans garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed

• Frozen brown rice

Optional toppings:

• Plain greek yogurt

• Roasted salted cashews

• Minced red onion

• Diced fresh tomatoes

• Minced serrano chiles

Instructions:

1. Add oil to a dutch oven or large skillet over medium heat.

2. Saute onion until tender, stirring occasionally.

3. Add in frozen spinach and season with sea salt and black pepper to taste. 

4. Saute until spinach is completely heated through and any excess moisture has evaporated.

5. Stir in curry sauce and canned tomatoes. Bring to a low boil.

6. Add chickpeas and simmer on low for 5-10 minutes until heated through.

7. Serve over pre-cooked brown rice.

8. Add your favorite (optional) toppings.