Cashew Chicken Recipe
Make Cashew Chicken Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
Additional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prep the Chicken
Cut the boneless chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- 2
Chop the Vegetables
Dice the bell pepper and onion into small pieces, mince the garlic cloves, and peel and finely grate the fresh ginger.
- 3
Prepare the Cashews
If desired, toast the raw cashews in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until golden brown, stirring frequently.
Cooking
- 4
Cook the Chicken
In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes, or until cooked through and no longer pink. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- 5
- 6
Make the Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water until smooth.
- 7
Combine Everything
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Pour the sauce over the mixture and stir well to coat everything. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- 8
Add Cashews and Serve
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the toasted cashews. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
