Honey Cashew Chicken Recipe

Name: Honey Cashew Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 1/2 teaspoons honey; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 6 tablespoons low-sodium chicken broth; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 medium onion, thinly sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 3/4-inch dice; 6 ounces snow peas, trimmed (about 2 cups); 1 large red bell pepper, seeded, cut into strips; 1/2 cup unsalted cashews; 2 teaspoons sesame oil, optional

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 1/2 teaspoons honey
2 tablespoons soy sauce
6 tablespoons low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 3/4-inch dice
6 ounces snow peas, trimmed (about 2 cups)
1 large red bell pepper, seeded, cut into strips
1/2 cup unsalted cashews
2 teaspoons sesame oil, optional

1
In a small bowl, whisk 1 Tbsp. water with cornstarch until smooth. Whisk in honey, soy sauce and broth.
2
Warm oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add onion, garlic, ginger and crushed red pepper; cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
3
Add chicken and stir-fry until opaque, 5 to 6 minutes. Add snow peas, bell pepper and cashews and continue stir-frying for 1 to 2 minutes. Stir reserved sauce and pour it into skillet. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes longer, stirring constantly, until sauce is bubbling and has thickened. Drizzle with sesame oil and serve over rice, if desired.

440

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 1/2 teaspoons honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 6 tablespoons low-sodium chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Honey Cashew Chicken 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.

Honey Cashew Chicken

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