Oriental Chicken with Cashews

Delight your taste buds with this vibrant Oriental Chicken with Cashews recipe, a perfect harmony of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors. Featuring tender, bite-sized chicken pieces marinated in soy sauce and cornstarch, this dish is stir-fried to golden perfection alongside crisp bell peppers and toasted cashews. Infused with aromatic garlic, ginger, and a mouthwatering sauce made with hoisin, oyster sauce, honey, and a splash of sesame oil, every bite delivers bold, rich flavors with an irresistible Asian flair. This quick and easy weeknight meal is ready in just 35 minutes and pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles, making it an ideal choice for busy families craving a homemade takeout experience. Garnished with spring onions and sesame seeds for a finishing touch, this recipe is a restaurant-quality delight you’ll want to make again and again! Perfect keywords: Oriental chicken, cashew stir-fry, Asian chicken recipe, quick weeknight dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, freshly grated
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 150 g unsalted cashews
• 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 120 ml chicken broth
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 2 spring onions, chopped
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken into bite-sized cubes and place it in a bowl.

Step 2

Marinate the chicken with soy sauce and cornstarch. Mix well and let it sit for 15 minutes.

Step 3

In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and stir-fry until the chicken is golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the sliced red and green bell peppers to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender yet crisp.

Step 7

Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the cashews. Toast them for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.

Step 8

In a separate small bowl, mix together the hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, chicken broth, honey, and sesame oil to create the sauce.

Step 9

Return the chicken to the skillet, pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, and toss everything together to coat evenly.

Step 10

Simmer the mixture for 2-3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens and coats the ingredients.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped spring onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Step 12

Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1222.2 grams (1222.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2504

Total Fat 143.60g	184%
Saturated Fat 25.30g	127%
Polyunsaturated Fat 31.70g
Cholesterol 426mg	142%
Sodium 3807mg	166%
Total Carbohydrate 120.90g	44%
Dietary Fiber 12.40g	44%
Total Sugars 42.70g
Protein 195.40g	391%

Vitamin D 5IU	25%
Calcium 311mg	24%
Iron 19mg	107%
Potassium 3177mg	68%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.5%

Protein: 30.6%

Carbs: 18.9%