Italian Chicken with Chickpeas

Chickpeas, or garbanzo beans, are round, tan-colored members of the pea family that are often referred to as
dried beans. They have a firm texture, a mildly nutlike flavor, and are available canned or dried.  If you have time,
let this dish simmer up to 30 minutes while you get the rest of the meal together for a richer flavor.  

• 1 tablespoon olive oil 
• 1 1/3 cup sliced onion 
• 1 cup green bell pepper strips 
• 1/4 teaspoon salt 
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 
• 3 cups (about 12 ounces) cooked chicken, chopped 
• 1 (15.5 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano 
• Parsley leaves, optional 

Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.  Add onion and bell pepper; sauté 4 minutes.  Reduce
heat to medium.  Add salt, pepper, garlic, chicken, chickpeas and tomatoes; cover and cook 8 minutes or until
thoroughly heated, stirring occasionally.  Garnish with parsley leaves if desired.

 (serving size: 1 1/2 cups)