Best 5 Orange Honey Cashew Chicken Recipes

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Orange Honey Cashew Chicken is a delectable dish that combines the flavors of sweet, sour, and savory in perfect harmony. It is a popular choice for Chinese cuisine, often served as a main course or as part of a larger meal. The chicken is coated in a flavorful marinade of orange juice, honey, soy sauce, and spices, then stir-fried with fresh vegetables and crunchy cashews. The result is a dish that is packed with flavor and texture, sure to satisfy even the most discerning palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ORANGE-HONEY CASHEW CHICKEN



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The sweet honey-citrus sauce turns ordinary poultry into something special. "I like to serve it with rice or riced potatoes," notes Raymonde Bourgeois of Swastika, Ontario.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/4 cups orange juice, divided
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 5 ounces each)
1 to 2 teaspoons olive oil
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
Hot cooked rice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons chopped salted cashews

Steps:

  • In a resealable plastic bag, combine 1/2 cup orange juice, lemon juice, salt and pepper; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 4-8 hours or overnight., Drain and discard marinade. In a skillet, cook chicken in oil for 2-3 minutes on each side or until browned. Remove and keep warm. In the drippings, saute onion until tender. Combine the honey, parsley and remaining orange juice; stir into skillet. Bring to a boil., Return chicken to the pan. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Place chicken over rice. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into cooking juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Pour over chicken. Sprinkle with cashews.

Nutrition Facts :

ORANGE CASHEW CHICKEN



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"This delicious stir-fry is quick to fix yet tasty enough for company," says Andrea Bolden of Unionville, Tennessee. "The tender chicken, crunchy cashews and sweet citrus sauce are always a hit."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 medium carrots, sliced
1/2 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 to 1/2 cup salted cashews
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry the chicken, carrots and celery in oil for 8-10 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Reduce heat. , In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, ginger, orange juice, honey and soy sauce until blended. Stir into chicken mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cashews. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 625mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ORANGE CASHEW CHICKEN



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This is from a Quick Cooking Magazine. The tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and sweet citrus sauce make it a fast, delicious meal.

Provided by jean1490

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 inch cubes
2 medium carrots, sliced
1/2 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4-1/2 salted cashews
hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken, carrots and celery in oil for 8-10 minutes or til joices run clear.
  • Reduce heat.
  • In a bowl, combine the cornstarch, ginger, orange juice, honey and soy sauce until well-blended.
  • Stir into chicken mixture.
  • Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes, or until thickened.
  • Stir in cashews.
  • Serve over hot rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.1, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 918.6, Carbohydrate 30.1, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 23.2, Protein 26.3

ORANGE-HONEY CASHEW CHICKEN



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The sweet honey-citrus sauce turns ordinary poultry into something special. 'I like to serve it with rice or riced potatoes,' notes Raymonde Bourgeois of Swastika, Ontario.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 45m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ¼ cups orange juice, divided
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon salt
1 dash Dash pepper
2 (5.3 ounce)s boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
1 teaspoon olive or vegetable oil
⅓ cup chopped onion
¼ cup honey
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
2 cups Hot cooked rice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons chopped salted cashews

Steps:

  • In a resealable plastic bag, combine 1/2 cup orange juice, lemon juice, salt and pepper; add chicken. seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 4-8 hours or overnight.
  • Drain and discard marinade. In a skillet, cook chicken in oil for 2-3 minutes on each side or until browned. Remove and keep warm. In the drippings, saute onion until tender. Combine the honey, parsley and remaining orange juice; stir into skillet. Bring to a boil.
  • Return chicken to the pan. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Place chicken over rice. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into cooking juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Pour over chicken. Sprinkle with cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 693.8 calories, Carbohydrate 107 g, Cholesterol 87.2 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 42.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 430.6 mg, Sugar 49.9 g

ORANGE, HONEY AND SOY CHICKEN



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This is a lovely sweet-and-sticky meal without the guilt the family whole family will enjoy. If you are cooking with rice or another side that takes awhile to cook, prepare that first.

Provided by april leigh

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, diced
2 oranges, juiced
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup honey
1 tablespoon garlic paste
1 tablespoon ginger paste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, orange juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic paste, ginger paste, and black pepper in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until the sauce reduces to a sticky glaze and the chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Carbohydrate 46.3 g, Cholesterol 60.8 mg, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 2112.1 mg, Sugar 42.3 g

Tips:

  • For a gluten-free version of this recipe, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce and make sure your chicken stock is gluten-free.
  • If you don't have cashews on hand, you can substitute another type of nut, such as almonds or peanuts.
  • To make the sauce ahead of time, simply whisk together the orange juice, honey, soy sauce, and chicken stock in a bowl and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • For a thicker sauce, cook it over medium-high heat until it reduces by about half.
  • Serve the chicken with rice, noodles, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

This Orange Honey Cashew Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, the sauce is sweet and tangy, and the cashews add a nice crunch. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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