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Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry

Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry

A quick and delightful Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry that combines tender chicken with crunchy cashews for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Homestyle Dinners
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: cashew chicken stir-fry, chicken recipes, easy stir-fry, healthy meals, homemade stir-fry, Quick dinner
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 400kcal

Equipment

  • large pan

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 1 pound chicken breast sliced into thin strips

For the Stir-Fry

  • 2 cups mixed vegetables bell peppers, broccoli, carrots
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce for seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for sautéing
  • 1 cup cashews for crunch

For the Aromatics

  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger fresh, minced
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Instructions

Cooking Instructions

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  • Add 1 teaspoon each of minced garlic and ginger to the hot oil. Sauté for about 1 minute.
  • Toss in 1 pound of sliced chicken breast. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
  • Stir in 2 cups of mixed vegetables. Stir-fry for about 5 minutes.
  • Pour in 3 tablespoons of soy sauce and add 1 cup of cashews. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve hot over rice or on its own.

Notes

Garnish with fresh green onions for additional flavor and color.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 700mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1000IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2.5mg
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