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Cashew Chicken
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Cashew Chicken

This cashew chicken comes together in just 15 minutes for a fast and satisfying weeknight dinner. Quick stir frying techniques lock in bold flavors without spending hours in the kitchen.

4.5
15 min
🍴4 servings
🔥380 cal
🔖Easy
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30 second summary

Tender chicken and crunchy cashews tossed in a savory sauce ready in 15 minutes.

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Nutrition per serving

380Calories
32gProtein
14gCarbs
22gFat
2gFiber

Ingredients

4servings

protein

nuts

sauce

oil

aromatics

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Instructions

1

Heat the Pan

Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add garlic and stir fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

2

Cook the Chicken

Add diced chicken breast to the pan in a single layer. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes stirring occasionally until golden and cooked through.

3

Add Sauce and Cashews

Pour in soy sauce and hoisin sauce then toss everything to coat. Stir in cashews and cook for 2 more minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

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4

Serve

Remove from heat and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles for a complete quick meal.

Substitutions

chicken breastboneless chicken thighs for extra juiciness
hoisin sauceoyster sauce for a deeper savory flavor

Common mistakes

Overcrowding the pan which causes the chicken to steam instead of sear
Adding cashews too early which makes them soggy instead of crunchy
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