Spicy Cashew Chicken
A delightful dish of crispy chicken tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce, complemented by crunchy cashews and vibrant vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Chicken Breast
- 3/4 cup Raw Cashews
- 1 red Bell Pepper
- 1 green Bell Pepper
- 3 Green Onions, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece Ginger, minced
- 1/2 cup Soy Sauce
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 1–2 tablespoons Sriracha or Chili Paste
- 1/4 cup Cornstarch
- Vegetable Oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces.
- Coat the chicken in cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Stir-fry the bell peppers, garlic, and ginger for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Make the sauce by whisking together soy sauce, honey, and sriracha.
- Combine the fried chicken with the vegetables and pour the sauce over.
- Finish by mixing in cashews and green onions for the final touch.
Notes
Serve over rice or quinoa and garnish with extra cashews and sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Spicy Cashew Chicken, Easy Chicken Recipe, Asian Cuisine, Weeknight Dinner, Crispy Chicken