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Authentic Cashew Chicken

Savor Authentic Cashew Chicken in 30 Minutes or Less

Enjoy the explosion of flavors in Authentic Cashew Chicken, an irresistible dish of vibrant bell peppers, tender chicken, and a luscious sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup bell peppers use a colorful mix
  • 1/2 cup onion sliced
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil for sautéing
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
  • 1/4 cup water
For Garnish
  • green onions chopped

Equipment

  • large pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Warm the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté until golden and fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add the chicken thighs, cooking until browned and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes.
  4. Toss in the sliced onion and diced bell peppers, stirring until tender and colorful, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch mixture, and water.
  6. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring to coat evenly.
  7. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
  8. Plate the dish and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve hot!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with steamed rice for a complete meal.

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