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Flavorful Lamb and Chickpea Skillet with Mint Yogurt

Discover a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner with this Middle Eastern-inspired lamb and chickpea skillet. It features tender ground lamb, robust chickpeas, and a blend of aromatic spices, all crowned with a refreshing mint yogurt sauce. A perfect family meal that's both easy to prepare and incredibly delicious.

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HOW TO MAKE IT

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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground lamb and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

02

Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.

03

Stir in the rinsed and drained chickpeas and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

04

While the lamb mixture simmers, prepare the mint yogurt sauce: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt and chopped fresh mint. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

05

Remove the skillet from heat. Season the lamb and chickpea mixture with salt and black pepper to taste.

06

Serve the lamb and chickpea skillet warm, topped with a generous dollop of the mint yogurt sauce. Garnish with extra fresh mint if desired.

About This Recipe

Discover a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner with this Middle Eastern-inspired lamb and chickpea skillet. It features tender ground lamb, robust chickpeas, and a blend of aromatic spices, all crowned with a refreshing mint yogurt sauce. A perfect family meal that's both easy to prepare and incredibly delicious.
Flavorful Lamb and Chickpea Skillet with Mint Yogurt
Simple ingredients.
Big flavor.
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Chef's Tips

For an extra layer of flavor, toast the cumin and coriander seeds whole before grinding them. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice to the mint yogurt for a brighter taste.
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Easy Substitutions

Ground beef or turkey can be used instead of lamb. If you don't have fresh mint, a small amount of dried mint (about 1 teaspoon) can be used in the yogurt sauce, though fresh is preferred. Vegetable broth can replace chicken broth for a lighter option.
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Storage & Reheating

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave. Store the mint yogurt sauce separately and add just before serving.
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