Description
A delightful stir-fry featuring chicken, cashews, and vibrant vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup unsalted cashews
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by tossing the chicken pieces in a bowl with cornstarch. This light coating helps create that slightly crisp texture and allows the sauce to cling beautifully. Ensure each piece is evenly coated.
- Toast the cashews in one tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cashews and toast them for 2-3 minutes until lightly golden and fragrant. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the chicken in the same skillet, adding another tablespoon of oil. Cook the chicken in a single layer for about 4-5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Avoid overcrowding the pan. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables in the remaining oil, then toss in the garlic and ginger. Stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the bell peppers and broccoli. Cook for 3-4 minutes, keeping the vegetables slightly crisp.
- Make the sauce by whisking together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and chicken broth in a small bowl. Pour the mixture into the skillet and let it simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
- Bring everything together by adding the chicken and cashews back into the pan. Stir until coated in the glossy sauce. Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle with green onions before serving.
Notes
- Serve your Cashew Chicken hot over steamed rice for a delicious meal.
- This dish is best enjoyed fresh, but leftover chicken can be reheated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg