Cashew Chicken With Broccoli Recipe

Name: Cashew Chicken With Broccoli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. raw cashews; 2 tsp. vegetable oil; 1 small onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 4 boneless, skinned chicken breast halves, cubed; 1 c. broccoli flowerets; 1 c. reduced-sodium chicken broth; 2 Tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce; 2 tsp. cornstarch; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Lightly brown nuts in oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat, about 3 minutes.
2
Remove with slotted spoon.
3
Saute onion and garlic in skillet 2 minutes.
4
Add chicken.
5
Saute until golden brown, about 8 minutes.
6
Add broccoli, 3/4 cup broth and soy.
7
Simmer, covered, 5 minutes.
8
Dissolve cornstarch in remaining 1/4 cup broth.
9
Stir into skillet.
10
Simmer, stirring over medium heat until thickened.
11
Boil 1 minute.
12
Return cashews to skillet with salt and pepper.

328

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. raw cashews, 2 tsp. vegetable oil, 1 small onion, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Cashew Chicken With Broccoli falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cashew Chicken With Broccoli

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Variations & substitutions

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