Crockpot Moroccan Chickpea Stew Recipe

Introduction

This Crockpot Moroccan Chickpea Stew is a comforting and flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy days. Packed with warm spices and hearty vegetables, it’s an easy dish that fills your home with inviting aromas and satisfies your appetite.

A round dark gray slow cooker filled with a thick vegetable stew sits on a white marbled surface. Inside, the stew has bright orange chunks of butternut squash mixed with pale round chickpeas and small pieces of green celery, all covered in a rich reddish-brown broth. Fresh green cilantro leaves are scattered on top, adding a pop of color and freshness to the hearty dish. Around the slow cooker are autumn leaves in fall colors and a gray kitchen towel. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

  • 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place chickpeas, sweet potatoes, onion, garlic, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, turmeric, salt, and pepper into the crockpot. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
  2. Step 2: Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the sweet potatoes are tender and the flavors are well blended.
  3. Step 3: Serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh cilantro to add a burst of color and fresh flavor.

Tips & Variations

  • For extra depth, add a pinch of smoked paprika or a dash of cayenne pepper for some heat.
  • Swap sweet potatoes with butternut squash or carrots if you prefer a different texture or flavor.
  • Serve over couscous or rice to make it a more filling meal.
  • Use fresh tomatoes in season for a fresher taste instead of canned tomatoes.

Storage

Store leftover stew in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, stirring occasionally to heat evenly. This stew also freezes well for up to 3 months—thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

How to Serve

A top view of a crockpot filled with a colorful stew consisting of orange chunks of sweet potato, light beige chickpeas, small green celery pieces, and a thick brown broth. The stew is topped with fresh, bright green cilantro leaves spread evenly across the surface. The crockpot is glossy black with a beige ceramic inner pot, all placed on a white marbled surface with scattered green and autumn-colored leaves nearby. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use dried chickpeas instead of canned?

Yes, but be sure to soak and cook them thoroughly before adding to the crockpot, as dried chickpeas require much longer cooking time.

Is this stew vegan and gluten-free?

Yes, this recipe is naturally vegan and gluten-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary needs.

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Crockpot Moroccan Chickpea Stew Recipe


  • Author: lina
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A hearty and flavorful Crockpot Moroccan Chickpea Stew that combines tender sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and warm Moroccan spices simmered to perfection. This easy, comforting stew is perfect for a nourishing vegetarian meal and requires minimal hands-on time.


Ingredients

Scale

Stew Ingredients

  • 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Garnish

  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare ingredients: Begin by peeling and dicing the sweet potatoes, chopping the onion, and mincing the garlic cloves to have all the vegetables ready for the crockpot.
  2. Combine in crockpot: Place the drained chickpeas, diced sweet potatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth into the crockpot. Add the ground cumin, coriander, cinnamon, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Stir everything thoroughly to combine all the ingredients and spices evenly.
  3. Cook the stew: Cover and cook the stew on low heat for 6 to 7 hours, or on high heat for 3 to 4 hours. The dish is done when the sweet potatoes are tender and the flavors are well blended.
  4. Serve and garnish: Once cooked, ladle the stew into bowls and garnish each serving with fresh cilantro leaves to add a bright herbal note and color contrast to the dish.

Notes

  • This stew is naturally vegetarian and can easily be made vegan by using a vegetable broth without animal products.
  • Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
  • For more heat, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped fresh chili.
  • Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 4 days and flavors intensify overnight.
  • Serve with warm bread or over couscous for a complete Moroccan-inspired meal.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Stew
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Moroccan

Keywords: Moroccan chickpea stew, crockpot chickpea recipe, slow cooker vegetarian stew, sweet potato chickpea stew, Moroccan slow cooker recipe

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