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Cashew Chicken

Savory Cashew Chicken: Your Quick Flavorful Takeout Fix

Enjoy a quick and easy homemade Cashew Chicken, offering a comforting blend of flavors that rivals takeout, featuring tender chicken and crunchy cashews.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs or Breasts Choose thighs for juicy bites, or breasts for a leaner option.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Helps achieve a crispy texture.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Acts as the flavorful base.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Provides umami and saltiness.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Adds sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Hoisin Sauce Infuses sweet-spicy complexity.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Wine Vinegar Brings acidity and brightness.
For the Aromatics
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Adds savory notes.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (minced) Delivers aromatic warmth.
  • 1 cup Cashews Opt for unsalted for better balance.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions (sliced) Used for garnishing.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Oil (Canola or Olive) Use a high smoke point oil.

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Deep pot
  • High-sided skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together chicken stock, soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, and rice wine vinegar until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and toss in cornstarch until evenly coated.
  3. Heat oil in a deep pot or skillet to 350°F. Fry coated chicken for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  4. In the same skillet, add more oil and sauté minced garlic, ginger, and cashews for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture into the pan with the aromatics, stirring over medium heat until the sauce thickens.
  6. Add the crispy chicken back into the pan, toss with the sauce, and stir in green onions. Cook for an additional minute.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop for best texture.

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