Best 12 Cashew Chicken With Broccoli Recipes

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Cashew chicken with broccoli is a classic dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a stir-fry dish that is made with tender pieces of chicken, broccoli florets, and cashew nuts. The chicken is typically coated in a cornstarch-based batter and then stir-fried until crispy. The broccoli and cashew nuts are added to the stir-fry towards the end of the cooking process. The dish is typically served with a flavorful sauce that is made with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and rice wine. Cashew chicken with broccoli is a quick and easy dish to make, and it is a great option for a busy weeknight meal.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

CASHEW CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI STIR FRY



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Faster than calling for take-out, this simple and delicious recipe will get you stir-frying like a pro in no time.

Provided by Maple Lodge Farms

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb (500 g) Fresh From The Farm Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast, cubed
1/4 tsp (1 mL) each salt and pepper
1/2 cup (125 mL) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tsp (5 mL) cornstarch
2 tbsp (30 mL) soy sauce
2 tbsp (30 mL) rice wine vinegar
1 tbsp (15 mL) honey
1 tbsp (15 mL) sesame oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp (15 mL) minced fresh ginger
2 tbsp (30 mL) canola oil
1 head broccoli, cut into small florets
1/3 cup (75 mL) cashews, toasted
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 cup (250 mL) jasmine rice, cooked

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper. In bowl, whisk together chicken broth and cornstarch until smooth; stir in soy sauce, vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic and ginger. Set aside.
  • Heat canola oil in wok or large skillet over high heat; cook chicken, stirring often, for 2 to 3 minutes or until starting to brown. Transfer to plate.
  • Stir in broccoli; cook, stirring, for 2 to 3 minutes or until broccoli is slightly softened. Return chicken to pan. Stir in stir-fry sauce; bring to boil. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until sauce is thickened, chicken is cooked through and broccoli is tender-crisp.
  • Stir in cashews and green onions. Serve stir-fry with rice.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 4

ONE PAN BROCCOLI CASHEW CHICKEN



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One Pan Broccoli Cashew Chicken whips up in 15 minutes and is so easy to make. This delicious, 10 ingredient, full of flavor meal is easy on the budget too!

Provided by Emily Vidaurri

Categories     Main Dishes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed (preferably pasture-raised or organic)
2 tbsp grass-fed butter, ghee or avocado oil
1" chunk ginger, grated or finely minced
5 fresh garlic cloves, finely minced
½ tsp mineral-rich salt (my favorite salt)
1 cup roasted cashews
2 cups broccoli florets
½ cup homemade bone broth or store-bought bone broth
¼ cup coconut aminos
2 tbsp honey

Steps:

  • Add healthy fat of choice to a pan over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and ginger, stirring occasionally for 1 minute.
  • Add the chicken and season with sea salt, stirring occasionally for 3-4 minutes until there is no more pink in the chicken. Add the cashews and broccoli, stirring occasionally for 1 minute.
  • Add the bone broth, coconut aminos and honey, stirring occasionally for 9 minutes or until the sauce has slightly thickened, the broccoli is tender and chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove from heat and allow to rest for a couple of minutes then serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Carbohydrate 7 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 41 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 11 grams fat, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 4 ounces, Sodium 164 milligrams sodium, Sugar 1 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams unsaturated fat

CASHEW CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI



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Fresh ginger gives a boost to this scrumptious one-skillet supper.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup uncooked regular long-grain white rice
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons grated gingerroot
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon sesame oil, if desired
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
3/4 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 green onions, sliced (2 tablespoons)
1 cup salted roasted cashews

Steps:

  • Cook rice in water as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix soy sauce, gingerroot, sugar and sesame oil. Stir in chicken until coated; let stand 15 minutes to marinate.
  • In small bowl, stir 1/4 cup of the broth and the cornstarch until cornstarch is dissolved; set aside.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat vegetable oil over high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and add to heated oil in skillet; reserve any remaining marinade. Cook chicken about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until no longer pink in center.
  • Stir broccoli and remaining 1/2 cup broth into chicken in skillet; cover and cook 1 minute. Stir in onions and cashews.
  • Stir reserved marinade into cornstarch mixture. Stir into chicken mixture; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until sauce thickens slightly. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 590, Carbohydrate 58 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1590 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

CASHEW CHICKEN WITH BROCCOLI



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"I love to cook and bake for my family and friends," says Bonnie DeVries. The reader from Brainerd, Minnesota seasons this chicken and rice casserole with ground ginger, then stirs in some crunchy cashews. -Bonnie DeVries, Brainerd, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cups frozen broccoli cuts
1-3/4 cups boiling water
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground ginger
Pepper to taste
3/4 cup salted cashews, divided

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Transfer to a greased shallow 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. , Cover and bake at 375° for 45-55 minutes or until rice is tender and chicken is no longer pink. Stir in 1/2 cup of cashews. Sprinkle with remaining cashews.

Nutrition Facts :

SKINNY CASHEW CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI



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55% less sat fat • 52% less fat • 21% fewer calories than the original recipe. We cut the fat in this dish by using less cashews. Brown rice and veggies raise the fiber.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 teaspoons canola oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon finely chopped gingerroot
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 cup Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups frozen sugar snap peas (from 24-oz bag)
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon sugar
2 medium green onions, sliced (2 tablespoons)
3 cups hot cooked brown rice
1/4 cup salted roasted cashew halves and pieces

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and gingerroot; cook and stir 4 to 5 minutes or until chicken begins to brown.
  • Add broccoli, 1/2 cup of the broth and the pepper flakes. Cover; cook over medium heat 2 minutes, stirring once. Add peas; cook 2 to 4 minutes longer, stirring once, until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  • In small bowl, mix remaining 1/2 cup broth, the soy sauce, vinegar, cornstarch and sugar; stir into chicken mixture. Add onions; cook, stirring frequently, until sauce is thickened and bubbly. Serve over rice; sprinkle with cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fiber 8 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (1 cup chicken mixture and 3/4 cup rice), Sodium 660 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

CASHEW CHICKEN STIR-FRY RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, chicken breast, salt, pepper, cornstarch, sesame oil, broccoli floret, red bell pepper, raw cashew, water, brown rice

Provided by Kahnita Wilkerson

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon sesame oil
½ tablespoon ginger, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
¾ lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch (2 1/2 cm) pieces
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon sesame oil
4 cups broccoli floret
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch (2 1/2 cm) pieces
¾ cup raw cashew
½ cup water
brown rice, to serve

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, season the chicken with salt, pepper, and cornstarch.
  • Heat a 9.5" fry pan over medium-high heat and add sesame oil.
  • Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until the chicken begins to brown.
  • Remove chicken and set aside in a separate bowl.
  • Add the broccoli and bell peppers, and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the chicken, cashews and sauce. Stir together and allow sauce to thicken.
  • Remove from heat and serve over brown rice.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 calories, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 35 grams, Sugar 19 grams

BROCCOLI, CHICKEN & CASHEW NUT STIR FRY



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These ingredients are good sources of folic acid - healthy food never tasted so good

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Main course, Supper

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tbsp soy sauce
2 tsp seasoned rice vinegar or white wine vinegar
1juice of 1 small orange
1 tsp dark muscovado sugar
2 tsp cornflour
2 tbsp stir-fry oil or vegetable oil
385g unsalted cashew nuts
1medium onion, thinly sliced
1large skinless boneless chicken breast fillet, cut into chunks
250g broccoli florets
150g pack mangetout, sliced in half
1 red pepper, seeded and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a jug, mix together the soy sauce, vinegar, orange juice, muscovado sugar and cornflour. Set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a wok. Add the cashews and cook for a minute until golden brown. Quickly remove the nuts and tip on to kitchen paper to drain. Add the onion slices and fry over a high heat for 3-5 minutes until browned and softened, then lift them out and add to the cashews.
  • Tip the chicken into the wok and stir fry for 3-4 minutes, then tip in the broccoli, mangetout and red pepper and stir fry for another 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet still crunchy.
  • Stir the cornflour mixture to blend the ingredients, pour into the wok and stir fry for a couple of minutes until the sauce thickens. Stir in the onion and cashews, then pile on to warm plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 583 calories, Fat 34 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 34 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 37 grams protein, Sodium 1.83 milligram of sodium

BROCCOLI WITH GARLIC BUTTER AND CASHEWS



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A new recipe a neighbor gave us. What a hit with my family. Just the right mixture of garlic and cashews with our favorite side dish, broccoli. And, so very easy to make!! If in a pinch, you could probably use frozen broccoli too, but I haven't tried.

Provided by SALSIEPIE

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Broccoli

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ½ pounds fresh broccoli, cut into bite size pieces
⅓ cup butter
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons white vinegar
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
⅓ cup chopped salted cashews

Steps:

  • Place the broccoli into a large pot with about 1 inch of water in the bottom. Bring to a boil, and cook for 7 minutes, or until tender but still crisp. Drain, and arrange broccoli on a serving platter.
  • While the broccoli is cooking, melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Mix in the brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, pepper and garlic. Bring to a boil, then remove from the heat. Mix in the cashews, and pour the sauce over the broccoli. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.3 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Cholesterol 27.1 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 610.6 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

BROCCOLI LEMON CHICKEN WITH CASHEWS



Broccoli lemon chicken with cashews image

A superhealthy meal for two - full of vitamin C. You could use ordinary broccoli instead of tender stem

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tbsp groundnut oil or sunflower oil
340g pack of mini chicken breast fillets (sometimes called goujons)
2 garlic cloves , sliced
200g pack tender stem broccoli , stems halved if very long
200ml chicken stock
1 heaped tsp cornflour
1 tbsp clear honey or 2 tsp golden caster sugar
the zest of half a lemon and the juice of a whole one
a large handful of roasted cashews

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large frying pan or wok. Add the chicken and fry for 3-4 minutes until golden. Remove from the pan and add the garlic and broccoli. Stir fry for a minute or so then cover and cook for 2 minutes more, until almost tender.
  • Mix the stock, cornflour and honey or sugar well, then pour into the pan and stir until thickened. Tip the chicken back into the pan and let it heat through, then add the lemon zest and juice, and cashew nuts. Stir, then serve straight away with basmati rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 15 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 48 grams protein, Sodium 0.69 milligram of sodium

CASHEW CHICKEN



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We love eating ethnic foods, especially Asian dishes. This chicken stir-fry is my family's favorite! The cashews add crunch and a sweet, nutty flavor, and the tasty sauce adds richness to garden-fresh carrots and broccoli. -Ena Quiggle, Goodhue, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1/2 cup sherry
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1-1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken, cubed
3 tablespoons canola oil
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 cup thinly sliced carrots
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 cup roasted salted cashews
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, sherry, sesame oil and garlic powder. Pour half into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 2 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade. , Discard marinade from chicken. In a wok or large skillet, stir-fry chicken in canola oil for 2-3 minutes or until no longer pink. With a slotted spoon, remove chicken and set aside. , In the same skillet, stir-fry broccoli and carrots for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Combine the cornstarch, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ginger and reserved marinade until smooth; gradually stir into vegetables. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cashews and chicken; heat through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454 calories, Fat 27g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 1282mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

CASHEW CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI WITH NOODLES



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Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
pinch of red pepper flakes
4 cups broccoli florets
3 stalks celery, sliced diagonally
3 green onions with tops, chopped
1 teaspoon ground ginger, divided
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
4 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced, divided
2 packages ramen noodles, any flavor
1/3 cup cashews or peanuts

Steps:

  • For sauce, whisk together chicken broth, peanut butter, soy sauce, honey and red pepper in a small bowl. Set aside. Heat 2 teaspoons of the oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add 1/2 teaspoon ginger, 1 garlic clove, and all the chicken. Cook and stir 6-7 minutes until chicken is no longer pink. Remove from skillet, but keep warm. Reduce heat to medium-high. Heat remaining 2 teaspoons oil in same skillet. Add broccoli, celery and remaining ginger and garlic. Cook and stir 2 minutes. Add green onions and cook for another 2 minutes, or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Return chicken to skillet and stir in sauce. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat. Meanwhile, bring 4 cups of water to a boil and small saucepan. Break ramen noodles and add to boiling water (discard seasoning packets or reserve for another use). Cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain and stir into chicken mixture. Sprinkle with cashews. Serve immediately.

CHICKEN AND CASHEWS WITH BROCCOLI



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Here is a recipe that originally came from the Women's Weekly cookbook series. This one is fast, easy and healthy! You can substitute the cashews for firm tofu if you wish!

Provided by Kim A. Heaphy

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
500 g chicken thigh fillets
1 garlic clove, minced
1 leek (well washed and thinly sliced)
250 g broccoli
2 carrots
1 cup bean sprouts
1 teaspoon cornflour
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon
125 ml water
30 ml oyster sauce
75 g cashews (unsalted and roasted)

Steps:

  • Thinly slice or julienne carrots and broccoli stalk. Cut broccoli florets into bite size pieces.
  • Thinly slice chicken pieces.
  • Mix cornflour, stock, water, and oyster sauce together.
  • Heat half the oil in a wok.
  • Add chicken in batches, stir-fry until tender and set aside.
  • Heat remaining oil in wok , add garlic, leek carrots and broccoli, stir fry until leek is soft.
  • Add chicken and bean sprouts. Add sauce mixture and nuts and stir until mixture boils and thinckens slightly.
  • Serve over hot rice or rice noodles.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chicken breasts for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have cornstarch, you can use all-purpose flour instead.
  • Be sure to cook the chicken and vegetables until they are tender but not overcooked.
  • Add a splash of white wine or rice vinegar to the sauce for a more complex flavor.
  • Serve over rice, noodles, or your favorite side dish.

Conclusion:

Cashew chicken with broccoli is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The combination of tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and creamy sauce is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a delicious and healthy meal, give cashew chicken with broccoli a try.

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