Quick Easy Cashew Chicken

Satisfy your craving for takeout with this Quick Easy Cashew Chicken recipe, a 25-minute wonder that brings bold, savory flavors to your dinner table in no time! Tender cubes of marinated chicken are stir-fried to golden perfection alongside crunchy toasted cashews, vibrant bell peppers, and aromatic garlic. A simple yet irresistibly umami-packed sauce made with soy sauce, hoisin, honey, and sesame oil ties it all together into a glossy, flavor-loaded masterpiece. Perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness and a touch of nuttiness, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or casual homemade dinners. Serve over fluffy steamed white rice and garnish with scallions for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal you’ll want to make again and again. Easy to prepare, delicious to eat—your go-to cashew chicken just got even better!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 0.75 cup unsalted cashews
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 0.25 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 scallions, sliced (optional for garnish)
• 2 cups white rice (optional for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes and place them in a bowl. Toss with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce until evenly coated. Set aside to marinate briefly.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Toss in the cashews and toast for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned and fragrant. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic, diced red bell pepper, and diced green bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of low-sodium soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of hoisin sauce, 1/4 cup of chicken broth, 1 tablespoon of honey, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil until combined.

Step 6

Return the cooked chicken and toasted cashews to the skillet. Pour the sauce over the ingredients and stir everything together. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the ingredients evenly.

Step 7

Remove from heat and garnish with sliced scallions, if desired.

Step 8

Serve the cashew chicken over steamed white rice, if using. Enjoy your quick and easy homemade meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	996 grams (996.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1608

Total Fat 80.10g	103%
Saturated Fat 13.10g	66%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.20g
Cholesterol 1mg	0%
Sodium 3337mg	145%
Total Carbohydrate 191.90g	70%
Dietary Fiber 11.40g	41%
Total Sugars 23.70g
Protein 40.60g	81%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 144mg	11%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 1478mg	31%

*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: 43.7%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 46.5%