Rich Roast Pepper and Chickpea Stew
Warm up with this Rich Roast Pepper and Chickpea Stew! Packed with roasted peppers, chickpeas, and bold spices, it’s a hearty and delicious meal. Perfect for cosy nights!

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Why you’ll love this recipe
This recipe for Rich Roast Pepper and Chickpea Stew is a hit because it’s quick, easy, and uses basic ingredients. Roasted peppers and chickpeas are always a family favourite, and here they’re made even tastier with bold spices and herbs.
It’s a simple dish that’s perfect for busy nights. Since it’s homemade, you know exactly what goes into it, making it a healthier choice. Kids love it too, so it’s a win-win for everyone at the table.
Expert Tips
- Roast the Peppers: Roast the peppers until they are slightly burnt. This makes them sweeter and adds a smoky taste. Peel and chop them after roasting.
- Don’t Overcook: Don’t overcook the stew as some liquid needs to remain for a rich consistency, but it shouldn’t be too watery.
How to grill the bell peppers
Grilling the peppers can be done by using a grilled pan or baking them in the oven. The first choice is detailed in the recipe description. The baking part can be done quite easily by following these steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the red and yellow peppers in half, remove the seeds and membranes, and place them on a baking sheet. Brush with 1 tbsp of olive oil.
- Roast the peppers in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the skin starts to blister and char.
- Remove the peppers from the oven and let them cool. Once cooled, remove the skin and slice the peppers into thin strips.
Substitutions
- Onion: Shallots or leeks can be used as substitutes for onion.
- Red Bell Peppers (roasted): Sun-dried tomatoes or roasted eggplant can replace roasted red bell peppers.
- Cooked Chickpeas: Cannellini beans, black beans, or lentils can be used instead of chickpeas.
- Tomato Sauce or Fresh Chopped Tomatoes: Canned diced tomatoes or marinara sauce can substitute for fresh chopped tomatoes or tomato sauce.
- Olive Oil (extra virgin): Any neutral cooking oil such as vegetable oil or canola oil can replace extra virgin olive oil.
- Salt & Pepper to Taste: Use any preferred seasoning blend or soy sauce instead of salt, and ground coriander or cumin for pepper.
- Paprika (sweet): Smoked paprika or chilli powder can be used as a substitute for sweet paprika.
- Chili Powder (optional): If chilli powder is unavailable, Cayenne or red pepper flakes can provide heat.
Storage
- Refrigeration: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat thoroughly before serving.
- Freezing: For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
- Reheating: Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat or microwave until hot throughout. Add a splash of water or broth if the stew is too thick after freezing.
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So flavorful and easy to make! Loved having this for lunch this week!
Such a hearty, flavorful meatless meal!! My family loved every bite.
Love the roasted pepper flavors and this dish comes together so well, perfect for this weather!
This is absolutely delicious! I love the rich, earthy flavor of the chickpeas with the natural sweetness of the roasted peppers. YUM!
Just the recipe I needed for what they call “summer” here in Ireland. So much flavor and packed with protein. Next time I’ll make a double portion.
Also, apologies, but I used jarred roasted peppers, which worked wonderfully. I was feeling really lazy.
We loved this easy stew recipe! The roasted red peppers added such a nice, smoky and sweet flavor.
Used it as a side! It was so good! Thanks!