Chinese Cashew Chicken and Rice - Szechwan Chicken

Name: Chinese Cashew Chicken and Rice - Szechwan Chicken and Cashews
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 whole chicken breasts, boned, skinned and cut into 3/4 inch cubes; 1 tbsp (15 ml) soy sauce; 1 tbsp (15 ml) Chinese rice wine or dry sherry; 2 tbsp (30 ml) soy sauce; 1 tbsp (15 ml) cornstarch; 2 tsp (10 ml). sugar; 1 tsp (5 ml). white vinegar; 1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable oil; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) to 1 tsp (5 ml). crushed red pepper flakes; 3 green onions, sliced diagonally; 1 tbsp (15 ml) minced fresh ginger; 1/2 cup (125 ml) unsalted cashews; cooked rice

Servings: persons

2 whole chicken breasts, boned, skinned and cut into 3/4 inch cubes
1 tbsp (15 ml) soy sauce
1 tbsp (15 ml) Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
2 tbsp (30 ml) soy sauce
1 tbsp (15 ml) cornstarch
2 tsp (10 ml). sugar
1 tsp (5 ml). white vinegar
1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable oil
1/2 tsp (2 ml) to 1 tsp (5 ml). crushed red pepper flakes
3 green onions, sliced diagonally
1 tbsp (15 ml) minced fresh ginger
1/2 cup (125 ml) unsalted cashews
cooked rice

1
Marinate chicken in 1 tbsp (15 ml) soy sauce and rice wine for 30 minutes.
2
Combine 2 Tbsp (30 ml).
3
soy sauce, cornstarch, sugar and vinegar and set aside.
4
Heat oil in wok or skillet.
5
Add red pepper to taste and chicken and stir fry for 2 minutes.
6
Remove chicken.
7
Add green onions and ginger and stir fry for 1 minute.
8
Return chicken to wok.
9
Cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly; add soy sauce mixture and any remaining chicken marinade.
10
Add cashews.
11
Serve over cooked rice.

292

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 whole chicken breasts, boned, skinned and cut into 3/4 inch cubes, 1 tbsp (15 ml) soy sauce, 1 tbsp (15 ml) Chinese rice wine or dry sherry, 2 tbsp (30 ml) soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Chinese Cashew Chicken and Rice - Szechwan Chicken and Cashews 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!

Chinese Cashew Chicken and Rice - Szechwan Chicken and Cashews

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions