Cashew Chicken Chow Mein Easy
Ready in just 35 minutes, this Cashew Chicken Chow Mein Easy recipe combines tender chicken, chewy chow mein noodles, and a vibrant mix of vegetables in a savory, flavor-packed sauce. Featuring the crunchy nuttiness of roasted cashews and a harmonious blend of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and hoisin sauce, this dish is a perfect balance of textures and tastes. Quick stir-frying ensures a delightful crispness in the vegetables, while sesame oil and garlic infuse the dish with aromatic depth. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this easy chow mein recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s both satisfying and restaurant-quality. Serve it hot and watch this irresistible dish disappear from the table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 4 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 12 oz chow mein noodles
- 1 cup cashews
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 cup water
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into thin strips and marinate with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Set aside for 10 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix the remaining 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and water to make the sauce. Stir well and set aside.
Cook the chow mein noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until fully cooked. Remove the chicken and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the carrots, bell pepper, and cashews to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the cooked noodles, green onions, and bean sprouts. Pour the sauce over the mixture and toss to coat everything evenly.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the noodles are heated through and the sauce thickens slightly.
Season with black pepper to taste and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3969 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 240.5 g | 308% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.7 g | 204% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 98.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 391 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 6546 mg | 285% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 285.9 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.7 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.0 g | ||
| Protein | 198.8 g | 398% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 512 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 23.1 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 4089 mg | 87% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
