Description
This aromatic Lamb and Chickpea Stew with Spinach is a hearty and flavorful dish combining tender ground lamb, protein-packed chickpeas, fire roasted tomatoes, and fresh spinach. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, this stew is both comforting and nutritious, with warming spices like cinnamon, cumin, and smoked paprika enhancing the rich flavors. Ideal for meal prepping and freezer-friendly, it offers a satisfying meal packed with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground lamb
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 14 ounces canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 14 ounces fire roasted diced tomatoes
- 4 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Sauté Onions: Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the diced onions along with a pinch of salt and pepper and sauté until tender and translucent, about 7-8 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Brown the Lamb: Add the ground lamb to the pot along with another pinch of salt and pepper. Break up the meat with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Stir in cinnamon, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper if using. Continue to sauté, stirring regularly, until the lamb is browned, approximately 6-8 minutes.
- Add Liquids and Simmer: Pour in the chicken broth, then add the drained chickpeas and fire roasted diced tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low to simmer gently for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Incorporate Spinach and Season: Stir in the fresh spinach just before serving, allowing it to wilt in the hot stew. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- This stew is great for preparing ahead of time and freezes well for future meals.
- The combination of warming spices adds depth and complexity to this hearty stew.
- For a spicier version, increase the cayenne pepper or add chili flakes.
- Using fire roasted diced tomatoes enhances the smoky flavor profile.
- Serve with crusty bread or over couscous for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 930 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 58 mg
