Thai Cashew Chicken
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A quick and delicious Thai Cashew Chicken recipe that can be prepared in just 30 minutes for a delightful dinner.
- Author: Emma Rossi
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
- 1/2 cup cashews
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, stirring for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Toss in the bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot, and stir-fry for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and brown sugar. Pour this sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring to coat evenly.
- Add the cashews and the cornstarch mixture to the skillet, stirring until the sauce thickens and everything is well combined.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Adjust the amount of vegetables to your liking.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg