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Cashew Chicken

Savory Cashew Chicken: Your New Favorite Easy Weeknight Dish

This easy Cashew Chicken is a delicious blend of juicy chicken, crunchy cashews, and a sweet, sticky sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs (or Breasts) Thighs for juiciness or breasts for a leaner option
For the Coating
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch Ensures a crispy exterior on the chicken
For Frying
  • 1 cup Oil High-smoke-point oil like canola or plain olive oil
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup Unsalted Roasted Cashews Essential for that delightful nutty crunch
For the Base Flavors
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (minced)
  • 4 stalks Green Onions (sliced)
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Honey
  • 2 tablespoons Hoisin Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Wine Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Additional Cornstarch (for sauce) Thickens the sauce

Equipment

  • Large frying pan
  • medium bowl
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Cashew Chicken
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together chicken stock, soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, rice wine vinegar, and cornstarch until smooth and set aside.
  2. Cut your chicken into bite-sized pieces and toss with cornstarch until evenly coated.
  3. Heat oil in a frying pan to 350°F and fry the chicken for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. In the same pan, add 1 tablespoon of oil, stir-fry garlic, ginger, and unsalted cashews for about 1 minute.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture into the pan and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  6. Return the fried chicken to the pan, tossing in the sauce to coat.
  7. Remove from heat, sprinkle in sliced green onions, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to maintain crispiness.

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