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Cashew Chicken

Irresistible Cashew Chicken: Your New Weeknight Hero

This Easy Cashew Chicken is a delightful and quick dinner option, perfect for busy weeknights, featuring tender chicken and a sweet sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs or breasts, for a lighter option
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch for coating the chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Oil high smoke point oil, like canola
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock or vegetable stock
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or agave syrup for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons Hoisin Sauce optional
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Wine Vinegar or regular vinegar
For Flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger minced
  • 1 cup Cashews unsalted and roasted
  • 2 stalks Green Onions sliced for garnish

Equipment

  • pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • slotted spoon
  • towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine chicken stock, soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, and rice wine vinegar to create a luscious sauce. Whisk until smooth. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the chicken thighs with cornstarch to coat. Let sit for a few minutes.
  3. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a towel-lined plate.
  4. In the same pan, sauté minced garlic, ginger, and cashews for about 1 minute until fragrant and lightly golden.
  5. Pour the sauce into the pan and cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until bubbling and thickened.
  6. Add the crispy chicken back to the pan, tossing gently to coat with the sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in sliced green onions. Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure oil is at 350°F before frying. Customize with vegetables as desired.

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