Cashew Chicken Microwave
Whip up a restaurant-quality dish in record time with this easy and flavorful Cashew Chicken Microwave recipe! Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines tender, bite-sized chicken breast pieces with a savory homemade sauce made from soy sauce, hoisin sauce, garlic, and ginger—all prepared effortlessly in the microwave. Bright pops of color from red and green bell peppers complement the crunch of roasted cashews, creating a dish that's as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick-cooking recipe is served over fluffy white rice and garnished with fresh green onions for a wholesome, satisfying meal that the whole family will love. If you’re looking for a fast, one-bowl microwave chicken recipe packed with bold flavors, this Cashew Chicken Microwave is your go-to!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Water
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Ginger, grated
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup Cashews, unsalted
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
- 4 cups Cooked white rice
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized cubes and set aside.
In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, and water until smooth.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the sauce mixture and stir to combine.
Add the chicken cubes to the bowl, ensuring they are coated evenly with the sauce. Cover the bowl loosely with microwave-safe plastic wrap or a plate to prevent splattering.
Microwave the chicken on high for 5 minutes. Carefully remove the bowl (it will be hot) and stir the chicken to ensure even cooking.
Add the diced red and green bell peppers to the bowl and stir them into the chicken and sauce mixture. Microwave on high for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
Stir in the cashews, and microwave for another 1 minute to warm them through.
Remove the bowl from the microwave, and sprinkle the sliced green onions on top for garnish.
Serve the Cashew Chicken over cooked white rice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
639 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.4 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 97 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 1052 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.5 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 46.5 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 732 mg | 16% | |
*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.
