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Better-Than-Takeout Cashew Chicken – Easy One-Pan 20-Minute Dinner

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Skip takeout and make this better-than-takeout cashew chicken at home! Juicy chicken, crisp-tender vegetables, and crunchy cashews are coated in a flavorful garlicky soy sauce. This quick and easy stir-fry is ready in just 20 minutes and delivers restaurant-quality taste with a healthier twist.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1.25 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup red bell peppers, diced
  • 1 cup shelled frozen edamame
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup unsalted dry-roasted cashews
  • 3/4 to 1 cup green onions, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Instructions

  1. In a zip-top bag, combine cornstarch, salt, pepper, and chicken. Shake to coat evenly.
  2. Heat sesame oil and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes until mostly cooked.
  3. Add broccoli, bell peppers, edamame, and garlic. Stir and cook for 3–4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  4. In a bowl, whisk soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, chili garlic sauce, and ginger.
  5. Add cashews to the skillet and stir.
  6. Pour in the sauce and cook for 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Add green onions, stir, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Best served fresh and warm for optimal texture.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • Adjust chili garlic sauce to control spice level.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 369
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 642 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Cholesterol: 96 mg