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Ultimate Cashew Chicken Recipe: A Family Favorite
Indulge in the flavors of this quick and delicious Roasted Cashew Chicken dish. With the perfect balance of tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and a savory sauce, this meal is a delightful treat for any occasion. Whether you're a novice cook or a seasoned chef, this recipe will satisfy your taste buds.
👥 4 Servings👤 Chef Jean-Pierre📖 chefjeanpierre
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- frying pan
- pan
- skillet
📝 Preparation Steps
1
In a wok or a frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil (or vegetable oil) over medium heat.
Coconut Oil (or vegetable oil)3 tablespoon
2
When hot, add the raw cashews and a pinch of salt to the skillet. Stir continuously for about ⏱️ 3-5 minutes, or until the cashews turn golden brown and aromatic.
Raw Cashews6 ounces
3
Add the cubed chicken breast to the skillet. Sauté for about ⏱️ 5 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink and has a bit of caramelization.
Chicken Breast, cubed1 pound
4
Remove chicken and cashews from wok and reserve.
5
In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil, and when hot add the onion and cook for a couple minutes.
6
Stir in the sliced red and green bell peppers, along with the trimmed sugar snap peas. Continue to sauté for an additional ⏱️ 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables start to soften.
Green Bell Pepper, sliced in short julienne1/2
7
Add the reserved chicken and cashews back to the pan.
8
Add the garlic, ginger and green onion and the zest of a lime and stir in the sauce.
Garlic, minced2 clovesFresh Ginger, minced1 tablespoon
9
Stir to coat everything evenly. If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it with 1/4 cup of chicken stock.
10
Allow the mixture to simmer for a couple of minutes until heated through and the flavors meld together.
11
If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can add a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon of water) to thicken it further.
Cornstarch Slurry (optional, for thickening sauce)1 tablespoon
12
Serve the Roasted Cashew Chicken over a bed of cooked jasmine or coconut rice.
Cooked Jasmine or Coconut Rice
13
Enjoy your homemade Roasted Cashew Chicken – a perfect balance of textures and flavors!
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This quick and delicious Asian-inspired dish will surely satisfy your cravings for a flavorful stir-fry. Whether you're enjoying it for lunch or dinner, it's a delightful meal that's both easy to make and enjoyable to eat.
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