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 (16 oz.) can cling peach slices in syrup; 1 c. bottled sweet and sour sauce; 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves; 1 Tbsp. cornstarch; 1 Tbsp. minced fresh ginger root; 1/2 tsp. sugar; 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, divided; 1 small carrot, cut diagonally into thin slices; 1 Tbsp. soy sauce; 1 onion, cut in chunks; 1 green pepper, cut in chunks; 1/3 c. roasted cashews

Servings: persons

1 (16 oz.) can cling peach slices in syrup
1 c. bottled sweet and sour sauce
2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 Tbsp. minced fresh ginger root
1/2 tsp. sugar
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, divided
1 small carrot, cut diagonally into thin slices
1 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 onion, cut in chunks
1 green pepper, cut in chunks
1/3 c. roasted cashews

1
Reserving 1/3 cup syrup, drain peaches.
2
Cut slices in half. Blend reserved syrup and sweet and sour sauce; set aside.
3
Cut chicken into 1-inch square pieces.
4
Combine cornstarch, soy sauce, ginger and sugar.
5
Stir in chicken.
6
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in hot wok or large skillet over high heat.
7
Add chicken and stir-fry 4 minutes.
8
Remove.
9
Heat remaining oil in same pan.
10
Add onion, green pepper and carrot; stir-fry 4 minutes.
11
Stir in chicken and sweet and sour sauce mixture.
12
Cook, stirring until chicken and vegetables are coated with sauce.
13
Stir in peaches and cashews; heat through.
14
Serve immediately.

194

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16 oz.) can cling peach slices in syrup, 1 c. bottled sweet and sour sauce, 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, 1 Tbsp. cornstarch, 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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Variations & substitutions

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