The Best Cashew Chicken Stir Fry

Elevate your weeknight dinners with The Best Cashew Chicken Stir Fry, a vibrant and flavorful dish packed with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and crunchy roasted cashews. Marinated chicken thighs are stir-fried to perfection with a rich, savory sauce made from soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin, and a hint of sesame oil, creating a harmonious balance of sweet and umami flavors. Bright red bell peppers, broccoli florets, and aromatic garlic and ginger add freshness and color, while the roasted cashews provide a satisfying crunch. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this one-pan recipe is served over fragrant jasmine rice for a complete meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Whether you're a stir fry enthusiast or looking to recreate takeout at home, this cashew chicken recipe is guaranteed to be a hit.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Cornstarch
• 2 tbsp Oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp Hoisin sauce
• 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 1 tsp Sesame oil
• 2 tbsp Water
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Ginger, grated
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 2 cups Broccoli florets
• 1 cup Cashews (unsalted, roasted)
• 2 Green onions, sliced
• 4 cups Cooked jasmine rice (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl.

Step 2

In the bowl with the chicken, add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Mix well to coat the chicken and let it marinate while preparing the other ingredients.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and water to create the stir fry sauce. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Add the diced red bell pepper and broccoli florets to the skillet. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

Step 7

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with the prepared stir fry sauce. Stir well to coat all the ingredients in the sauce.

Step 8

Add the roasted cashews to the skillet and mix them in. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until heated through.

Step 9

Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions.

Step 10

Serve the cashew chicken stir fry warm over a bed of cooked jasmine rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2067.4 grams (2067.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3692

Total Fat 154.00g	197%
Saturated Fat 31.20g	156%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.00g
Cholesterol 568mg	189%
Sodium 3348mg	146%
Total Carbohydrate 394.10g	143%
Dietary Fiber 17.90g	64%
Total Sugars 22.40g
Protein 185.70g	371%

Vitamin D 32IU	159%
Calcium 403mg	31%
Iron 28mg	154%
Potassium 2964mg	63%

*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: 37.4%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 42.5%