Air Fryer One-Pot Mediterranean Chickpea and Spinach Stew
By AirFryFeast Editorial TeamPublished May 11, 2026 | Updated Oct 25, 2026
Chickpeas, spinach, tomatoes and red pepper cooked in a heatproof dish in the air fryer, finished with lemon and herbs.
Air fryerMediterraneanEasyAir Fryer Friendly
Prep TimeUnder review
Cook TimeUnder review
Total TimeUnder review
Servings4
Temperature350°F / 175°C
Ingredients
Servings4
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes, with juices
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 3/4 cup vegetable broth
- 4 cups fresh spinach, washed and roughly chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.
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In an air fryer-safe, heatproof casserole dish or skillet that fits inside your air fryer basket, combine olive oil, chopped onion, and diced red bell pepper.
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Place the dish inside the air fryer basket and cook for 5 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the onion and pepper soften.
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Remove the dish carefully and stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground coriander, and crushed red pepper flakes if using.
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Return the dish to the air fryer and cook for 2 minutes to toast the spices and soften the garlic.
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Add diced tomatoes with their juices, chickpeas, and vegetable broth to the dish. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
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Place the dish back into the air fryer and cook uncovered for 12 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the stew thickens slightly and the flavors meld.
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Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
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Remove the dish from the air fryer. Season the stew with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors.
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Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro before serving.
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Serve warm with crusty bread or over your favorite grain for a comforting meal.
Recipe guidance
Use equipment suitable for your air fryer and leave room for airflow. Follow the recipe method and check doneness; cooking time varies with equipment and batch size.
Timing
Allow for preparation, 5 minutes preheating and about 22-23 minutes cooking, or longer until the vegetables are tender. Use a dish large enough to contain the stew with room for stirring.
Storage
Refrigerate leftovers promptly in covered shallow containers for up to 3 days. Reheat until hot throughout.
FAQ
Follow the measured ingredients. Do not dry liquid ingredients or apply generic crisping instructions to this dish.
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