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Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry: Skip the Take-Out

  • aneisarolen
  • Jan 3
  • 2 min read

If you love the bold flavors of your favorite takeout but want something fresher (and faster) at home, this Cashew Chicken is about to become a weeknight favorite. It’s savory, slightly sweet, a little spicy, and packed with crisp-tender vegetables and crunchy cashews. Best of all, it comes together in one skillet—no delivery fee required.


This recipe strikes the perfect balance of protein, veggies, and sauce, making it ideal for busy evenings or casual entertaining. Serve it over steamed rice and dinner is done. If you love the bold flavors of your favorite takeout but want something fresher (and faster) at home, this Cashew Chicken is about to become a weeknight favorite.



Cashew Chicken: Perfect blend of spicy and sweet!
Cashew Chicken: Perfect blend of spicy and sweet!


Ingredients

  • 1.25 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced into 1-inch pieces

  • 3 TBS cornstarch

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ tsp pepper

  • 2 TBS sesame oil

  • 1 TBS olive oil

  • 1 TBS chopped garlic

  • 2½ cups broccoli florets

  • 1 red pepper, diced

  • 1 cup shelled, frozen edamame

  • 1 cup whole cashews

  • ¾ cup chopped green onions


Sauce

  • 4 TBS soy sauce

  • 3 TBS honey

  • 2 TBS rice wine vinegar

  • 1½ TBS Asian chili sauce

  • ¾ tsp ground ginger





Directions

  1. Place diced chicken in a Ziploc bag with cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Seal and toss to coat evenly.

  2. Heat sesame oil and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for about 5 minutes, until lightly browned.

  3. Add broccoli, red pepper, edamame, and garlic. Cook an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender.

  4. In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients. Pour over the chicken and vegetables.

  5. Stir in cashews and let everything simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the mixture.

  6. Top with green onions and serve hot over rice. Makes 4-5 Servings--perfect for meal prep.


Serving & Swap Ideas

  • Serve with jasmine or brown rice, or spoon it over cauliflower rice for a lighter option.

  • Swap broccoli for snap peas or add carrots for extra color.

  • Like it spicier? Add a dash of sriracha or extra chili sauce to the sauce.






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