Name: Mediterranean Lamb & Chickpea Skillet
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground lamb; 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1 large red bell pepper, diced; 1 medium red onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced; 3 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; Salt and black pepper to taste; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Mediterranean Lamb & Chickpea Skillet

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This Mediterranean Lamb & Chickpea Skillet is designed to help you gain weight in a healthy, delicious way. Hearty ground lamb provides high-quality protein and healthy fats, while chickpeas add satisfying fiber and extra nutrition. The combination of sweet cherry tomatoes, savory olives, and fresh parsley delivers layers of flavor and vibrant color. Blooms of Mediterranean spices fill your kitchen with an inviting aroma, and the option of creamy feta on top adds a wonderful salty finish. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this dish is both simple to prepare and sure to impress!

Ingredients

Instructions

In a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground lamb and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, 5-6 minutes. Transfer lamb to a plate and set aside.
In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Add diced onion and bell pepper, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in smoked paprika, cumin, and oregano, and cook for another 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
Return the lamb to the skillet. Add chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, and olives. Stir to combine, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes, letting the tomatoes soften and flavors meld.
Remove from heat. Sprinkle with crumbled feta (if using) and fresh parsley. Serve warm with crusty bread or over rice if desired.