Spicy Cashew Chicken
Spicy Cashew Chicken is a vibrant dish that combines tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and a flavorful sauce for an unforgettable dining experience. Bursting with savory and spicy notes, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. This quick recipe not only delights your taste buds but also invites laughter and fun around the dinner table. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup unsalted roasted cashews
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp chili paste (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping chicken and vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Marinate the chicken in soy sauce and chili paste for at least 20 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until no longer pink (about 6-8 minutes).
- Stir in bell peppers and cashews during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Mix honey or brown sugar with chili paste and sesame oil; pour over chicken just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For additional crunch, swap cashews with peanuts or add more colorful vegetables like snap peas or carrots. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat on low heat to maintain texture.