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Chickpea Fried Eggs

Chickpea Fried Eggs: A Quick Protein-Packed Breakfast Delight

Chickpea Fried Eggs are a delightful and nutritious way to start your day, packed with flavor and protein.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Chickpeas
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and patted dry
  • 1/2 cup sundried tomatoes roughly chopped
For the Eggs
  • 2 large eggs organic or cage-free recommended
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
For Seasoning
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • nonstick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chickpea Fried Eggs
  1. Drain and pat dry 1 can of chickpeas. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat, add the chickpeas and roughly chopped sundried tomatoes with a sprinkle of smoked paprika. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.
  2. Reduce heat to medium-low, remove half of the chickpeas, and create two holes for the eggs. Drizzle oil from the sundried tomatoes into the holes.
  3. Crack a large egg into each hole. Cover and cook for 3-5 minutes until egg whites are set and yolks are runny. Season with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet to avoid overcooking the eggs.

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