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Cashew Chicken

Cashew Chicken: 7 Savory Reasons to Love This Dish

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Chinese
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Cashew Chicken is a savory stir-fry dish featuring tender chicken pieces and crunchy cashews.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup cashews
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add chicken and cook until browned.
  3. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add broccoli and bell pepper, stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch in a bowl.
  6. Pour sauce over chicken and vegetables.
  7. Add cashews and stir until well coated.
  8. Season with salt and pepper.
  9. Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • Adjust the amount of sauce to taste.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Cashew Chicken, Stir-fry, Chicken Recipes