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Quick Chicken Stir-Fry with Cashews

Quick Chicken Stir-Fry with cashews
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A quick and vibrant chicken stir-fry with cashews that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with flavor and contrast, this dish comes together in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 tablespoons high-smoke point oil (canola or peanut oil)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated or minced
  • 1 large head of broccoli, cut into bite-sized florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
  • 3/4 cup unsalted cashews, whole
  • 4 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Marinate: Slice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, mix the chicken with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil. Allow it to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Whisk the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the chicken broth, low-sodium soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and white pepper. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
  3. Preheat Your Wok: Heat a large wok or skillet over high heat until it starts to smoke slightly.
  4. Toast Your Cashews: Add the cashews to the hot wok and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly until golden brown. Remove from the wok and set aside.
  5. Cook the Chicken: Add 1 tablespoon of high-smoke point oil to the wok. Cook the marinated chicken in batches for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  6. Stir-Fry the Veggies: Add more oil if needed. Stir-fry the onions, garlic, and ginger for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Then, add the broccoli and red bell pepper, cooking until vibrant and tender—around 3-4 minutes.
  7. Combine Everything: Return the chicken and cashews to the wok. Pour the prepared stir-fry sauce over everything and toss to coat. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the ingredients.
  8. Garnish & Serve: Finish with sliced green onions and optional sesame seeds. Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

Make sure chicken is at room temperature for even cooking. Feel free to substitute veggies based on what you have on hand.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/quick-chicken-stir-fry-with-cashews/

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