Description
Enjoy the delightful flavors of this Cashew Chicken dish, featuring tender chicken thighs and roasted cashews. It’s a fantastic choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a healthy meal that brings comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons water
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 1 1/2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 minced garlic clove
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into 1/2" pieces
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil
- 1 cup roasted, unsalted cashews
- 2 thinly sliced green onions
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl and whisk together. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and toss to coat.
- Add cashews, green onions, and sesame seeds. Stir to combine and heat through.
- Serve hot, enjoying the flavorful meal.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add some red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts for a leaner option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg