Better Than Takeout Cashew Chicken Recipe
Skip takeout and make your own restaurant-quality meal with this Better Than Takeout Cashew Chicken! It’s easy, ready in 20 minutes, and healthier than anything you’d order.
Servings: 4 -6
Calories: 463kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-1 1/2" pieces
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 6 green onions cut into 1" pieces
- 2 Tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- 3/4 cup roasted cashews unsalted or slightly salted
- Sriracha optional
Instructions
- Place a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, and add 1 tbsp oil. When the oil is hot, add the chicken (you may need to do two batches depending on the size of your skillet) and season with salt and pepper. Cook until lightly browned but not cooked through, about 3–4 minutes. Transfer to a plate and repeat if needed.
- Add the remaining vegetable oil to the skillet. When the oil is hot, add the garlic and the white parts of the green onions. Cook for a few minutes or until the onion is translucent (taking care not to burn the garlic). Add the chicken back to the skillet. Turn the heat down to medium and stir in the rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, water, and sesame oil (add a few drops of Sriracha if desired). Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring continuously, then add the green parts of the onions and cashews. Serve immediately.
Notes
Recipe Source: Adapted from Once Upon a Chef
-This recipe is best enjoyed the day it’s made, as the cashews tend to get soggy if left overnight.
To STORE, place Cashew Chicken leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. For FREEZING, store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
REHEAT in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through, adding a splash of water to refresh the sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 463kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 1278mg | Potassium: 884mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 233IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg
