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Flavorful New Years Day Dinner Bowl Recipe with Shrimp Scampi and Crispy Chickpeas

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A quick and easy shrimp scampi bowl with crispy chickpeas, perfect for celebrations or cozy dinners. Combines buttery shrimp, crunchy chickpeas, and bright lemon flavors for a comforting yet light meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (wild-caught if possible)
  • 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed (low-sodium if available)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin recommended)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 medium lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (flat-leaf preferred)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3 cups cooked rice or quinoa (brown rice or quinoa recommended)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it for roasting chickpeas.
  2. Drain and rinse chickpeas, then pat dry thoroughly with a kitchen towel or paper towels.
  3. Toss chickpeas with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Spread evenly on the baking sheet.
  4. Roast chickpeas for 25-30 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until golden and crunchy. Watch closely near the end to prevent burning.
  5. While chickpeas roast, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  6. Add shrimp in a single layer to the skillet. Cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  7. Reduce heat to low. Stir in butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Toss shrimp gently until butter melts and forms a glossy sauce. Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley.
  8. Fluff cooked rice or quinoa and divide into serving bowls.
  9. Top rice with shrimp scampi and a generous handful of crispy chickpeas. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
  10. Finish with an extra squeeze of lemon and a few parsley leaves for garnish. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Pat chickpeas very dry before roasting for best crispiness. Avoid browning garlic to prevent bitterness. For extra crispy chickpeas, toss with cornstarch before roasting. Use fresh shrimp if possible; thaw and dry frozen shrimp thoroughly. Reheat chickpeas in oven to restore crunch if stored. Serve warm for best texture and flavor.

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Keywords: shrimp scampi, crispy chickpeas, dinner bowl, easy recipe, New Years Day, quick meal, celebration dish, gluten-free option

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