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Cashew Chicken

Crispy Cashew Chicken: Quick Homemade Takeout Delight

This quick and easy Cashew Chicken is a delightful homemade alternative to takeout, ready in just 20 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs or chicken breasts for a leaner option
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch for coating
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Stock homemade or store-bought
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce low-sodium if desired
  • 2 tablespoons Honey natural sweetener
  • 2 tablespoons Hoisin Sauce for depth and sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar or white vinegar/lemon juice
For the Aromatics
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh, minced
  • 1 inch Ginger fresh, minced
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup Cashews unsalted roasted
  • 3 stalks Green Onions chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Medium Bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cashew Chicken
  1. In a medium bowl, combine chicken stock, soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, and rice vinegar. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
  2. Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and toss in cornstarch until evenly coated.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet to around 350°F. Fry coated chicken pieces for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic, ginger, and cashews over medium heat for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the prepared sauce mixture, stir, and allow to come to a gentle boil until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add the fried chicken back into the skillet and toss to coat everything evenly. Heat for another minute.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot over rice or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet to maintain crispiness.

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