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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add onion and sauté until onions become translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and saute 30 seconds longer, until fragrant.
Stir in coconut milk, tomato paste, ginger, curry powder, garam masala, chili powder, salt & pepper until well combined.
Add chickpeas and bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for another 10 minutes. Taste and add more salt if necessary.
Serve spooned over rice, and topped with cilantro and greek yogurt, if desired.
Notes
To store, keep the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
To freeze, place the cooked and cooled butter chickpeas in an airtight container and freeze for up to 1 month.
To reheat, warm the chickpeas in a saucepan or in the microwave until hot.