Chicken W Cashews
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Chicken with Cashews recipe, a perfect blend of tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and crunchy cashews in a savory, glossy sauce. Marinated chicken is stir-fried to perfection and tossed with a flavorful mix of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a touch of sesame oil for a deliciously umami-packed finish. With the added sweetness of caramelized onions and the nuttiness of toasted cashews, each bite delivers a satisfying contrast of textures and flavors. This quick and easy stir-fry comes together in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy evenings. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a wholesome, Asian-inspired dinner that will have your family coming back for seconds. Perfect for lovers of quick stir-fry recipes, this dish is a flavorful twist on a classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium bell peppers, diced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 100 grams unsalted cashews
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
Slice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl. Toss the chicken with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Set aside to marinate for 10 minutes while preparing other ingredients.
In a small bowl, mix together the remaining 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, and water to create the sauce. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the cashews and toast them until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the cashews and set them aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until it is no longer pink and lightly browned, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
Add the garlic to the skillet and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. Then, add the diced bell peppers and sliced onion. Stir-fry for 3 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Return the chicken to the skillet and pour in the prepared sauce. Stir to coat everything evenly and let it simmer for 2 minutes to thicken.
Add the toasted cashews and green onions. Drizzle with sesame oil and stir one last time to combine.
Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1936 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.3 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.0 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 25.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 430 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 4640 mg | 202% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.6 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.0 g | ||
| Protein | 169.8 g | 340% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 3308 mg | 70% | |
*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.
