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Cashew Chicken

Easy Cashew Chicken for a Cozy Night In – Taste Takeout at Home

This Easy Cashew Chicken is a quick, comforting dish that brings takeout flavors home with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs can substitute with chicken breasts
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch for coating and sauce thickening
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock acts as the heart of the sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce offers savory umami flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Honey balances salty elements
  • 1 tablespoon Hoisin Sauce contributes a rich and sweet profile
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Wine Vinegar adds bright acidity
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Oil high smoke-point oil for frying
For Sautéing
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) adds a robust depth of flavor
  • 1 inch Ginger (minced) contributes warmth and aroma
  • 1 cup Cashews unsalted roasted for crunch
  • 2 stalks Green Onions (sliced) provides freshness

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • deep pan
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

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 the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and toss with cornstarch until evenly coated.
  3. Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C) and cook chicken pieces for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Drain on a paper towel.
  4. In the same pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil and sauté minced garlic, ginger, and cashews for about 1 minute.
  5. Pour the sauce into the pan, stirring as it thickens for about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Add the fried chicken back into the pan, tossing until evenly coated in sauce.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in sliced green onions before serving your Cashew Chicken over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For freezing, transfer to a container; it lasts up to 3 months.

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