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Cashew Chicken: A Family Favorite


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  • Author: khaoula belabess
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 Serving 1x

Description

A delicious and easy-to-make Cashew Chicken recipe that features tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and vibrant vegetables in a savory sauce. Perfect served over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup cashew nuts
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions

  • Prepare chicken: In a small bowl, combine cornstarch, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and chicken broth. Add chicken pieces and toss to coat.
  • Heat oil: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat.
  • Cook chicken: Add chicken to the hot skillet and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  • Sauté vegetables: Add bell pepper, onion, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté until softened.
  • Make sauce: Return chicken to the skillet and add the sauce mixture. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
  • Add cashews: Stir in cashews and cook for 1 minute more.
  • Serve: Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Adjust the sweetness by modifying the amount of honey according to your taste.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg