Sweet And Sour Cashew Chicken Recipe

Name: Sweet And Sour Cashew Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. butter; 1 Tbsp. oil; 1/3 c. green bell pepper, cut into strips; 1/3 c. red bell pepper, cut into strips; 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into small chunks; 1 (12 oz.) jar pineapple ice cream topping (about 1 c.); 1 Tbsp. sugar; 1/4 tsp. ground ginger; 1/4 c. vinegar; 3 Tbsp. soy sauce; 1 Tbsp. cornstarch; Cooked rice; Toasted cashews

Servings: persons

1 Tbsp. butter
1 Tbsp. oil
1/3 c. green bell pepper, cut into strips
1/3 c. red bell pepper, cut into strips
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into small chunks
1 (12 oz.) jar pineapple ice cream topping (about 1 c.)
1 Tbsp. sugar
1/4 tsp. ground ginger
1/4 c. vinegar
3 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
Cooked rice
Toasted cashews

1
Saute the peppers in the butter and oil until tender but not mushy. Remove from pan and set aside.
2
Add the chicken to the skillet.
3
If needed, add a little more butter and oil. Cook until the chicken is lightly browned and tender.
4
Add peppers back to skillet along with the ice cream topping, sugar, ginger, and vinegar.
5
Stir to mix well.
6
Combine the soy sauce and cornstarch in a small bowl and stir until blended.
7
Add to skillet, mixing well.
8
Serve over rice and sprinkle the toasted cashews over the top. Makes 4 servings.

286

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 Tbsp. butter, 1 Tbsp. oil, 1/3 c. green bell pepper, cut into strips, 1/3 c. red bell pepper, cut into strips, and more.

Yes, Sweet And Sour 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.

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Sweet And Sour Cashew Chicken

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