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Better-Than-Takeout Cashew Chicken

Delicious Better-Than-Takeout Cashew Chicken Ready in 20 Minutes

Enjoy a quick and delicious Better-Than-Takeout Cashew Chicken made in just 20 minutes, perfect for a healthy dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 cup Cornstarch Acts as a coating for chicken.
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Diced into 1-inch pieces.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to personal taste.
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Forms the base of the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Wine Vinegar Imparts tanginess.
  • 1 tablespoon Asian Chili Garlic Sauce Add according to heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger For warming spice.
For the Stir-Fry
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Used for sautéing.
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets Fresh or frozen.
  • 1 cup Red Bell Peppers Sliced.
  • 1 cup Frozen Edamame Can be used straight from the freezer.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Dry-Roasted Whole Cashews Avoid salted cashews.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Zip-top Bag
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a zip-top bag, combine cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Add diced boneless skinless chicken breasts, seal the bag tightly, and shake until coated.
  2. Heat a mix of sesame oil and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Add the coated chicken and sauté for 4-5 minutes until golden-brown.
  3. Add broccoli florets, sliced red bell peppers, frozen edamame, and freshly minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice wine vinegar, chili garlic sauce, and ground ginger. Add to the skillet.
  5. Pour the sauce into the skillet along with cashews. Stir to coat everything and simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Stir in sliced green onions before serving. Serve over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize vegetables based on personal preference. Ensure chicken is fully cooked and garnished with fresh ingredients before serving.

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