Springfield Cashew Chicken Recipe

Name: Springfield Cashew Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 quart vegetable oil for frying; 1/2 quart peanut oil for frying; 1 egg; 2 tablespoons water; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes; 3 cups water; 5 tablespoons cornstarch; 6 chicken bouillon cubes; 2 tablespoons oyster sauce; ground white pepper to taste; 1 cup cashews; 1 cup chopped green onions

Servings: persons

1/2 quart vegetable oil for frying
1/2 quart peanut oil for frying
1 egg
2 tablespoons water
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 cups water
5 tablespoons cornstarch
6 chicken bouillon cubes
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
ground white pepper to taste
1 cup cashews
1 cup chopped green onions

1
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C).
3
Beat egg and 2 tablespoons water in a bowl.
4
Measure flour into a separate bowl.
5
Dip chicken cubes in egg mixture; remove. Roll chicken in flour until completely coated.
6
Carefully place small batches of coated chicken into hot oil using a slotted spoon. Fry until chicken is golden brown and center is no longer pink, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon.
7
Arrange cooked chicken on a baking sheet and place in preheated oven to keep warm while continuing to fry remaining chicken.
8
Whisk 3 cups water, cornstarch, chicken bouillon cubes, oyster sauce, and white pepper together in a saucepan; simmer over medium heat until thickened, about 5 minutes.
9
Pour sauce over cooked chicken to serve. Sprinkle cashews and green onions over each serving.

1285

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

164

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 quart vegetable oil for frying, 1/2 quart peanut oil for frying, 1 egg, 2 tablespoons water, and more.

Yes, Springfield 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Springfield Cashew Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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