Savory Chicken and Cashew Delight Stir-Fry
Savor the vibrant flavors of our Savory Chicken and Cashew Delight Stir-Fry, a dish that effortlessly combines tender chicken thighs, crunchy cashews, and a colorful medley of fresh vegetables. Infused with a delicious combination of soy sauce, honey, and aromatic seasonings, this stir-fry is a delightful tribute to Asian cuisine. Perfect for any weeknight dinner, serve it over fluffy long-grain rice for a fulfilling meal that the whole family will love.
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Servings
350
Calories
19
Ingredients
Ingredients
reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1/2 cup (none)
oyster sauce
3 tablespoons (such as Kame)
cornstarch
1 1/2 tablespoons (none)
honey
1 1/2 tablespoons (none)
low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon (none)
rice vinegar or white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons (either type)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
oil
2 tablespoons, divided (none)
green onion
1 cup, chopped and divided (chopped)
onion
1 small, cut into wedges (cut into 8 wedges)
red bell pepper
1 cup, julienne-cut (cut into 3 x 1/4-inch pieces)
carrot
1/2 cup, diagonally sliced (sliced)
mixed mushrooms
1 cup, sliced (sliced)
snow peas
1 cup (none)
chicken thigh
1 lb (boned and skinned, cut into bite-size pieces)
canned pineapple chunks
1/4 cup (drained)
cashews
1/3 cup (none)
crushed red pepper flakes
1/2-1 teaspoon (none)
long-grain rice
6 cups (hot cooked)
Instructions
1
In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, oyster sauce, cornstarch, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
2
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large stir-fry pan or wok over medium-high heat.
3
Add 1/2 cup of the chopped green onions and the onion wedges. Stir-fry for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
4
Add the julienne-cut red bell pepper and diagonally sliced carrot. Stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5
Introduce the sliced mushrooms and snow peas to the mix. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes. Once done, remove the vegetable mixture from the pan and keep warm.
6
In the same pan, heat the remaining tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces and stir-fry for about 5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
7
Pour in the broth mixture and return the cooked vegetable mixture to the pan. Add the drained pineapple chunks, cashews, and crushed red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and cook for 1 minute, stirring until the sauce thickens.
8
Finally, stir in the remaining 1/2 cup of green onions, allowing them to wilt slightly in the warm stir-fry.
9
Serve the chicken-cashew stir-fry hot over a bed of fluffy long-grain rice.
Nutrition Information
15
Fat
35
Carbs
20
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main dish in this recipe?
The main dish is a Savory Chicken and Cashew Delight Stir-Fry, which features tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and fresh vegetables.
What type of chicken is recommended for this stir-fry?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of chicken thighs, boned and skinned, cut into bite-sized pieces.
What kind of sauce is used in the Savory Chicken and Cashew Delight Stir-Fry?
The sauce is a mixture of chicken broth, oyster sauce, cornstarch, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and salt.
How many calories are in a serving of this dish?
There are approximately 350 calories per serving.
What is the protein content of this meal?
Each serving contains about 20 grams of protein.
What are the total carbohydrates per serving?
There are 35 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much fat is in this recipe?
There are 15 grams of fat per serving.
What vegetables are included in the stir-fry?
The vegetables include green onions, onion wedges, red bell pepper, carrots, mixed mushrooms, and snow peas.
How should the carrots be prepared?
The carrots should be diagonally sliced into half-cup portions.
What kind of rice should I serve with this stir-fry?
It is recommended to serve the dish over 6 cups of hot cooked long-grain rice.
How long does it take to cook the chicken?
The chicken should be stir-fried for about 5 minutes or until cooked through and lightly browned.
Can I use white wine vinegar instead of rice vinegar?
Yes, the recipe suggests either rice vinegar or white wine vinegar can be used.
Are the cashews added at the beginning or end of cooking?
The cashews are added toward the end, specifically when returning the vegetables to the pan with the sauce.
Is there fruit in this stir-fry?
Yes, the recipe includes 1/4 cup of drained canned pineapple chunks.
How do I thicken the stir-fry sauce?
The sauce is thickened by the cornstarch in the broth mixture as it is brought to a boil for one minute.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are a total of 19 ingredients used in this recipe.
What type of oil should be used?
The recipe requires 2 tablespoons of oil, divided during different stages of the stir-fry process.
How do I prepare the red bell pepper?
The red bell pepper should be julienne-cut into 3 x 1/4-inch pieces.
Does this recipe have a spicy kick?
Yes, it includes 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes for heat.
What size should the onion be cut into?
One small onion should be cut into 8 wedges.
What is the first step in the cooking instructions?
The first step is to whisk together the chicken broth, oyster sauce, cornstarch, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and salt in a small bowl.
How long do the snow peas and mushrooms cook?
They should be stir-fried for approximately 2 minutes before being removed from the pan.
Is this dish considered healthy?
Yes, it is tagged as a healthy recipe and utilizes reduced-sodium and fat-free ingredients.
What is the preparation for the green onions?
The green onions should be chopped and divided; 1/2 cup is cooked early for fragrance, and 1/2 cup is added at the end to wilt.
What cooking vessel is best for this recipe?
A large stir-fry pan or a wok is recommended.
How much honey is in the sauce?
The sauce contains 1 1/2 tablespoons of honey.
What type of broth is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth.
Are the snow peas cooked with the chicken?
No, the vegetables (including snow peas) are stir-fried first and then removed while the chicken cooks separately.
Can I make this for a quick weeknight dinner?
Yes, it is specifically tagged as a quick meal and a weeknight dinner recipe.
Is oyster sauce necessary for this dish?
Yes, 3 tablespoons of oyster sauce provide the foundational savory flavor for the stir-fry.