Healthy Cashew Chicken Stir Fry
Indulge in a vibrant, healthy cashew chicken stir fry that combines tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and rich cashews in a savory sauce. This quick, flavorful dish is perfect for weeknight dinners and will impress even the pickiest eaters. Packed with nutrients and customizable to your taste, it’s an experience that turns any meal into a special occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup unsalted cashews
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces and slice chicken into strips.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and cornstarch. Marinate chicken strips for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Toss in bell peppers and broccoli; stir-fry for another 3-5 minutes until veggies are tender but crisp.
- Fold in cashews and cook for an additional minute to combine flavors.
- Serve over rice or quinoa, garnished with sesame seeds or green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 355
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Use seasonal vegetables for freshness. Swap cashews for peanuts or almonds if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently.