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Creamy Peanut Chickpea Stir Fry



Craving takeout but want to keep it brain-healthy? This 10-minute peanut stir fry delivers all the creamy, savory satisfaction you're after—without the MSG or excess sodium. Tender-crisp broccoli and protein-packed chickpeas get tossed in a homemade peanut sauce that's sweet, tangy, and just a little spicy. Serve it over brown rice or whole grain noodles for a complete meal that's faster than delivery and actually good for you. Perfect for those exhausted weeknights when you need something easy but still want real flavor.

Creamy Peanut Chickpea Stir Fry

Ingredients

  • 2 15 oz cans cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 16 oz broccoli
  • 1 tsp hot sauce
  • 4 servings cooked brown rice

Peanut Sauce

  • 6 tbsp peanut butter, natural
  • 2 tbsp tamari
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  1. Mix sauce ingredients.
  2. Sauté broccoli about 4 minutes until tenders crisp
  3. Add the chickpeas.
  4. Stir in sauce to warm.
  5. Drizzle with hot sauce.
  6. Serve over rice.

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Published: Jan 12, 2026