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Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry

Savory Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry: Quick & Flavorful at Home

This Quick and Easy Homemade Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry is a savory delight made in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt for flavor enhancement
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch for sauce texture
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce for marinating
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce for sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil for nuttiness
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar for acidity
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar can be substituted with honey
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium red bell pepper diced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh ginger minced
  • 2-3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 cup sliced water chestnuts optional
  • 2 stalks green onions for garnish
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil or vegetable oil for searing

Equipment

  • large skillet or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine chicken breast, soy sauce, sea salt, and cornstarch. Toss to coat and let sit for at least 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add canola oil. Add the marinated chicken, sauté for 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Add red bell pepper, ginger, and garlic to the skillet. Stir and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables soften.
  4. Stir in the sliced water chestnuts. Add hoisin sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and brown sugar, mixing well.
  5. Mix 1 tbsp of cornstarch with water until smooth. Add to the skillet and stir for about 2 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  6. Remove from heat, garnish with green onions, and serve hot over cooked rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For an extra crunch, consider adding crushed peanuts along with the cashews before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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