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Comforting Chickpea Skillet Casserole With Britannia The Laughing Cow Cheese Sachet For A Quick Midweek Meal
Pair wholesome chickpeas with creamy Britannia The Laughing Cow Cheese Sachet for a quick midweek meal that comes together with minimal effort for a hearty dinner.
Updated Jan 8, 2025, 09:30 PM IST
Cheesy Chickpea Skillet Casserole
This recipe for Cheesy Skillet Chickpeas is a new go-to comfort dish, combining simplicity and bold flavours. Inspired by classic casserole recipes but made lighter, it swaps traditional cheese for Britannia The Laughing Cow Creamy Cheese Sachet, creating an irresistibly creamy base.
Quick and easy to prepare, this dish requires minimal effort yet delivers a satisfying meal. The chickpeas absorb the rich tomato sauce, and the melted cheese adds a smooth, velvety finish. It’s versatile enough to enjoy as a main dish with crusty bread or as a side to complement other meals.
With just a few pantry staples like jarred marinara and chickpeas, this recipe transforms into a delightful, cheesy masterpiece in under 30 minutes. Ideal for busy weeknights or a cosy dinner, it’s a crowd-pleaser you’ll find yourself making again and again.
Cheesy Skillet Chickpeas - Serves 4
Prep time: 10 mins, Cooking time: 15 mins
Chickpea Skillet Casserole
This speedy recipe is the perfect hearty winter dish that warms you from the inside out, perfect to serve with a side of crusty bread.
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredients |
| 1 | Medium onion, thinly sliced |
| 8 | Britannia The Laughing Cow Creamy Cheese Sachets |
| 4 | Garlic cloves, roughly chopped |
| 2 cups | Chickpeas, cooked and rinsed |
| 1 jar | Marinara sauce |
| ¼ cup | Water |
| To garnish | Fresh basil leaves |
| To taste | Salt and pepper |
| As needed | Olive oil |
Method
- Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil as needed. Allow the oil to warm up for 30 seconds to a minute before proceeding to the next step.
- Add the thinly sliced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
- Stir in the roughly chopped garlic and cook for about 30 seconds. Stir frequently to prevent the garlic from burning; it should become fragrant but not browned.
- Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas to the skillet. Stir well to coat them in the oil, onions, and garlic. Let them cook for 1-2 minutes to slightly warm through.
- Pour in the marinara sauce and stir to combine. If the sauce seems too thick, add ¼ cup of water to thin it out slightly. Adjust the consistency to your preference.
- Sprinkle salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Stir well to distribute the seasoning evenly throughout the dish.
- Lower the heat to medium and let the mixture simmer gently for 10 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure it doesn’t stick to the bottom of the skillet. This allows the flavours to meld beautifully.
- Once the mixture has simmered transfer the skillet to a broiler set to high heat. Broil for 2-4 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. Keep a close eye to avoid over-browning.
- Remove the skillet from the broiler and let it cool for 2-3 minutes. Squeeze the Britannia The Laughing Cow Creamy Cheese Sachets evenly over the top. Do not stir; the cheese should remain on the surface.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately with your choice of bread for dipping.
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