Description
Cashew chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with crunchy cashews, all enveloped in a savory sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, delivering flavors that will impress family and friends alike. With vibrant bell peppers and aromatic garlic, each bite is a celebration of taste and texture. Enjoy this mouthwatering meal served over rice or noodles for a complete dinner experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup unsalted cashews
- 1 cup multicolored bell peppers, sliced
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (peanut oil recommended)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- 1. Prep ingredients: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- 2. Create the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and sesame oil until smooth.
- 3. Sauté chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer; cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- 4. Add garlic and vegetables: Remove chicken from skillet; add garlic and bell peppers to sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
- 5. Combine everything: Return chicken to the skillet with prepared sauce; stir until evenly coated over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
- 6. Finish: Fold in cashews and garnish with green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg