Description
This Cashew Chicken Stir Fry features tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and crunchy toasted cashews, all tossed in a savory sauce. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s perfect for busy weeknight dinners and pairs wonderfully with rice or noodles.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 bell pepper (red or green), sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
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- In a medium bowl, combine the chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare the vegetables: slice the onion, bell pepper, and carrots; cut the broccoli into small florets; trim the snap peas. Set aside.
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the raw cashews for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and cover to keep warm.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Add the bell pepper, broccoli, snap peas, and carrots. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and stir to combine. In a small bowl, mix the remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and water until dissolved. Pour over the chicken and vegetables, stirring well. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Drizzle sesame oil over the stir-fry and stir. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Fold in the toasted cashews.
- Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with additional cashews or sesame seeds if desired.
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Notes
- For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken for a longer period, up to 1 hour.
- Customize the vegetables based on your preference or what you have on hand.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes or sliced chili peppers when cooking the vegetables.
- Toast the cashews just until golden to enhance their flavor without burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes