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Cashew Chicken

Homemade Cashew Chicken in 20 Minutes – So Good, You'll Crave It!

This easy and quick Cashew Chicken recipe is a flavorful, child-friendly dinner ready in just 20 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs or chicken breasts for a lighter option
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch for crispy coating
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock low-sodium for healthier option
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free option
  • 2 tbsp Honey or maple syrup for vegan
  • 2 tbsp Hoisin Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Rice Wine Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
Aromatics and Crunch
  • 1 tbsp Oil high smoke-point like canola
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh minced
  • 1 tbsp Ginger fresh, minced
  • 1/2 cup Cashews unsalted roasted
  • 2 stalks Green Onions finely sliced

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Deep Fryer
  • Ladle

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Sauce: Whisk together chicken stock, soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, and rice wine vinegar in a small bowl until smooth.
  2. Coat the Chicken: Place chopped chicken thighs in a mixing bowl and toss with cornstarch until evenly coated.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a deep-fryer or skillet over medium-high heat, and fry the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Sauté Aromatics: In another pan, heat oil over medium heat, add minced garlic, ginger, and cashews, stirring for about 1 minute.
  5. Add the Sauce: Pour the sauce mixture into the pan with the aromatics and cashews, let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  6. Combine Chicken: Toss the crispy chicken into the sauce, cooking for an additional minute to coat.
  7. Finish Off: Remove from heat and stir in sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve Cashew Chicken over steamed jasmine rice or noodles for a delightful meal. Adjust sweetness to taste.

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