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Cashew Chicken

Irresistible Cashew Chicken: Your New Weeknight Favorite!

This Cashew Chicken is a quick, homemade dish that combines juicy chicken, crunchy cashews, and a sweet sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American-Chinese
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs (or Breasts) Thighs are recommended for better flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Essential for achieving a crispy exterior.
  • 2 tablespoons Oil Use canola or regular olive oil for frying.
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup Cashews The star of the dish for crunch.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Adds savory depth.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (minced) Offers aromatic warmth.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Homemade or store-bought.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Choose gluten-free for a versatile option.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Sweetens the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Hoisin Sauce Adds richness.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Wine Vinegar Brings acidity.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions (sliced) Adds freshness.

Equipment

  • large pan
  • Skillet
  • bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cashew Chicken
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together chicken stock, soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, and rice wine vinegar until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch until they are evenly coated.
  3. Heat oil in a deep pot or skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  4. In a large pan, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic, ginger, and cashews, stirring for about 1 minute.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the pan, stirring until it begins to bubble and thicken.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in sliced green onions. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust the sweetness of the sauce by varying the amount of honey used. Fresh garlic and ginger make a world of difference in flavor.

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