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Better-Than-Takeout Cashew Chicken Recipe

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This cashew chicken is a quick, flavorful stir-fry featuring tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and a savory-sweet garlic sauce. It’s ready in 30 minutes—perfect for a better-than-takeout meal at home!

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:
  • 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
For the Sauce:
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey (or brown sugar)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
For Stir-Fry & Garnish:

 

  • ¾ cup roasted cashews
  • ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
  • ½ cup green bell pepper, diced
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
  • Steamed rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken:

    • In a bowl, toss chicken pieces with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

  2. Cook the Chicken:

    • Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
    • Cook chicken in batches for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

  3. Make the Sauce:

    • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.

  4. Stir-Fry the Veggies:

    • In the same pan, add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and sauté bell peppers for 2 minutes.

  5. Combine Everything:

    • Return chicken to the pan and pour in the sauce.
    • Stir in cashews, then add the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.

  6. Serve & Enjoy:

    • Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
    • Serve over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Want extra crunch? Toast cashews in a dry pan before adding.
  • Spice it up with more red pepper flakes or sriracha.
  • Make it low-carb by serving over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.

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