Stir Fried Chicken With Cashews Recipe

Name: Stir Fried Chicken With Cashews
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups chicken breasts, cubed; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 3 ½ tablespoons cooking sherry; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 slices gingerroot, minced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon sugar; ¼ cup chicken broth; ⅓ cup roasted cashews; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon cornstarch (dissolved in 1 tsp water)

Servings: persons

3 cups chicken breasts, cubed
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 ½ tablespoons cooking sherry
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 slices gingerroot, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon sugar
¼ cup chicken broth
⅓ cup roasted cashews
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cornstarch (dissolved in 1 tsp water)

1
In a large bowl, combine cubed chicken, ONE tablespoon of cornstarch, and TWO tablespoons of sherry.
2
Mix thoroughly.
3
Mix soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, broth, and remaining 1.5 tbs sherry.
4
Set aside.
5
Heat 2 tbs vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet.
6
Add chicken and stir fry until lightly browned.
7
Remove chicken from pan.
8
Add the rest of the oil to pan.
9
Stir fry the onions, garlic, and ginger root.
10
for about 1 minute.
11
Add cashews and stir to coat.
12
Return chicken to pan and add soy sauce mixture.
13
Bring to a boil and stir in the cornstarch mixture to thicken.
14
Serve hot.

517

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* 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.

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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: 3 cups chicken breasts, cubed, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 3 ½ tablespoons cooking sherry, 1 small onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Stir Fried Chicken With 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!

Stir Fried Chicken With Cashews

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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