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Cashew Chicken

Quick and Delicious Cashew Chicken for a Cozy Dinner

Easy Homemade Cashew Chicken is a quick, flavorful dish bringing the takeout experience home with crispy chicken and a sweet-and-sticky sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs or chicken breasts for a leaner option
  • 1 cup Cornstarch for coating chicken
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock for sauce base
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce adds umami flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Honey for sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Hoisin Sauce for flavor depth
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Wine Vinegar for acidity
Aromatics and Crunch
  • 2 tablespoons Oil for frying
  • 2 teaspoons Garlic (minced) adds savory flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Ginger (minced) for warmth
  • 1/2 cup Cashews for crunch
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions (sliced) for garnish

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • slotted spoon
  • shallow dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine chicken stock, soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, and rice wine vinegar. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
  2. Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and coat each piece with cornstarch in a shallow dish. Set aside.
  3. Heat oil to 350°F in a skillet. Fry coated chicken pieces for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  4. In the same pan, add garlic, ginger, and cashews. Stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the prepared sauce mixture and stir continuously for about 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  6. Gently add the crispy chicken to the sauce and toss to coat. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and mix in green onions. Serve over steamed rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, adjust oil temperature and avoid overcrowding the pan while frying to ensure crispy chicken.

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