Sweet Curry Chickpea Casserole Recipe

Craving a comforting, flavorful vegan meal? This Sweet Curry Chickpea Casserole is a game-changer! Inspired by Dreena Burton's Vive le Vegan recipe, this dish is incredibly versatile. Bake it for a hearty casserole, slow cook it for effortless ease, or transform it into a creamy bisque with a simple blend! Packed with chickpeas, warming spices, and a touch of sweetness, it's best served over fluffy jasmine rice. Even better the next day! This recipe is perfect for meal prep and offers delicious flexibility.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 85 mins

Calories 398.9 kcal

Protein 14g

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Ingredients for Sweet Curry Chickpea Casserole

2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 (13.5-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
Water
Red Onion
Sweet Potato
Apple
Garlic Cloves
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
Curry
Dried Mustard
Cumin
Turmeric
Sea Salt
Allspice

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How to Make Sweet Curry Chickpea Casserole

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, coconut milk, onion, garlic, ginger, curry powder, maple syrup, soy sauce, vegetable broth, tomato paste, salt, and pepper.
Stir in spinach (if using).
Pour mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish or a similar sized oven-safe dish.
Cover the dish with a lid or aluminum foil.
Bake, covered, for 60-70 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly, stirring halfway through.
**For Slow Cooker:** Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
**For Bisque:** After baking or slow cooking, add 2 cups of water to the casserole. Using an immersion blender, puree about ¾ of the mixture until smooth. Stir in the remaining chunks for texture. Adjust salt and spices to taste.
Serve the casserole or bisque over cooked jasmine rice. Garnish with fresh cilantro (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

144g

Fat

43g

Carbs

23g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet Curry Chickpea Casserole?

Sweet Curry Chickpea Casserole takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 85 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet Curry Chickpea Casserole?

Sweet Curry Chickpea Casserole has approximately 398.9 calories per serving, with about 14 g protein, 23 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet Curry Chickpea Casserole?

The key ingredients for Sweet Curry Chickpea Casserole are Chickpeas, Coconut Milk, Water, Red Onion, Sweet Potato, Apple. See the full list with measurements above.