Best 6 The Best Cashew Chicken Stir Fry Recipes

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Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds with an unforgettable culinary journey? If the answer is a resounding yes, then look no further than the cashew chicken stir fry, a dish that harmoniously blends the flavors of Asia with the convenience of a quick and easy meal. So, prepare to embark on a voyage of flavors as we delve into the secrets of crafting the ultimate cashew chicken stir fry, one that will leave your palate begging for more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

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

CASHEW CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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For me, the hardest part of making this quick cashew chicken recipe is keeping the cashews in the cupboard! My husband loves them, and so do our three little girls-5, 4 and 3. -Vicki Hirschfeld, Hartland, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups chicken broth, divided
1/4 cup cornstarch
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup thinly sliced carrots
1/2 cup sliced celery (1/2-inch pieces)
3 cups broccoli florets
1 cup fresh or frozen snow peas
1-1/2 cups cashews
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of broth. Meanwhile, combine the cornstarch, soy sauce, ginger and remaining broth until smooth; set aside. , Add chicken to the skillet; stir-fry over medium heat until no longer pink, about 3-5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and keep warm. , Add garlic, carrots and celery to skillet; stir-fry for 3 minutes. Add broccoli and peas; stir-fry for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir broth mixture; add to the skillet with the chicken. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in cashews. Serve over rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 571 calories, Fat 33g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 1625mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

CASHEW CHICKEN STIR FRY



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Cashew Chicken Stir Fry is so easy to make and filled with fresh veggies, chicken, and crunchy cashews. The glaze on top is incredible!

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 pound boneless (skinless chicken breasts, cut into one inch pieces)
1 zucchini (diced)
1 red bell pepper (cut into one inch cubes)
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1 cup snow peas
1 cup whole cashews
3/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 Tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 Tablespoon cornstarch
2 Tablespoons water
green onions (sliced for garnish)

Steps:

  • In a medium-sized skillet or wok over medium high heat add olive oil and chicken. Brown until almost cooked through and add zucchini, bell pepper, mushrooms, carrots, and snow peas. Cook until veggies are tender and chicken is no longer pink. Add cashews.
  • Add chicken broth, soy sauce, garlic, brown sugar, and sesame oil to the pan. In a small bowl whisk together cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Pour into pan and stir until incorporated. Let simmer for 2 minutes or until sauce has thickened.
  • Garnish with green onions and serve over rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 71 mg, Sodium 756 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

THE BEST CASHEW CHICKEN STIR FRY



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Make and share this The Best Cashew Chicken Stir Fry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Stir Fry Superfly

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces
Chinese five spice powder
2 dried Thai chiles, crushed
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 bok choy, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 medium onion, sliced
1 cup snow peas
1 cup button mushroom, quarterd
0.5 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts
1 chunk ginger (grated or chopped finely)
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
3 green onions
3/4 cup whole unsalted cashews
1 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
2 cups white rice, cooked
2 teaspoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Generously season chicken with 5-spice and chiles. Saute in a teaspoon of each oil for 5 minutes in a wok.
  • Add garlic and ginger 1/2 way through cooking chiken.
  • Once chicken is cooked add bok choi, onion, carrot, mushroons and water chestnuts with 1/2 chicken broth and 1/2 hoisin sauce. Close lid for 2 minutes.
  • Add snowpeas and leafy part of bok choi. Add remaining chicken broth and hoisin sauce. Close lid for 2 more minutes.
  • Thicken with cornstarch slurry to desired thickness. Add cashews and green onion just before serving with hot rice.

CASHEW CHICKEN



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger
6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into small cubes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 green bell pepper, cut into small cubes
1/4 cup dry sherry
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup whole roasted, unsalted cashews
1/3 cup water chestnuts, chopped
2 scallions, thinly sliced
Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the vinegar, brown sugar, oyster sauce, sesame oil, 1/4 cup of the soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of the ginger. Set aside.
  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and saute until cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • In the same skillet, stir-fry the garlic, bell peppers and remaining 2 tablespoons ginger, keeping them crisp-tender. Deglaze the skillet with the sherry and scrape up any brown bits. Add the reserved soy mixture and cook until the mixture boils, about 1 minute. Whisk together the cornstarch and remaining 1/4 cup soy in a small bowl, then stir the slurry into the skillet. Add the cashews and water chestnuts. Add 1/4 cup water to thin the sauce. Cook for another minute.
  • Serve garnished with the scallions and cilantro.

SPICY CASHEW CHICKEN STIR FRY



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Make and share this Spicy Cashew Chicken Stir Fry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by wife2abadge

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 2-inch strips
3 cups broccoli florets
3 green onions, white and green parts, cut into 2-inch lengths
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons cashew halves

Steps:

  • Coat a large nonstick skillet with nonstick spray and warm over med-high heat.
  • Add the garlic & ginger and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add the chicken and cook, stirring constantly, for 3-4 minutes or until no longer pink.
  • Transfer to a plate.
  • Add the broccoli and cook, stirring constantly,for 3 minutes or until it's crisp-tender.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet and add the green onion.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine the hoisin sauce, oil, and red pepper flakes.
  • Pour into the pan and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes or until all is blended.
  • Stir in cashews and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.2, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 51.6, Sodium 230.3, Carbohydrate 9.3, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2.8, Protein 23.3

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh vegetables, flavorful sauces, and tender chicken will make all the difference in your stir-fry.
  • Cut your vegetables and chicken into uniform pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the wok or pan. If you do, the food will steam instead of stir-fry.
  • Stir-fry over high heat. This will help the food cook quickly and evenly.
  • Add the sauce last. This will help prevent it from burning.
  • Serve immediately. Cashew chicken stir-fry is best enjoyed fresh and hot.

Conclusion:

Cashew chicken stir-fry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. With a few simple tips, you can make a stir-fry that is packed with flavor and sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give cashew chicken stir-fry a try. You won't be disappointed!

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