Gourmet Cashew Stir-Fry Chicken
Experience the exquisite blend of sweet and spicy flavors with this delectable Cashew Stir-Fry Chicken. Tender chicken pieces coated in a savory sauce, stir-fried to perfection with a colorful medley of vegetables and crunchy cashews. This dish is a culinary delight sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
| 2 | tablespoons cornstarch |
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| ½ | teaspoon sugar |
| ¼ | teaspoon salt |
| 5 | boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes |
| ¼ | cup oil |
| 2 | tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot (can use up to 1 tablespoon more if desired) |
| 1 | tablespoon minced fresh garlic |
| 1 | small onion, chopped |
| 2 | red bell peppers, chopped into 1-inch pieces |
| 2 | carrots, sliced thinly diagonally |
| 2 | cups cashews (or to taste) |
| ½ | cup ketchup |
| 4 | tablespoons soy sauce |
| ½ | teaspoon salt |
| 2 | tablespoons Worcestershire sauce |
| 3 | tablespoons sugar |
| 1 ½ | teaspoons sesame oil |
| ¼ | teaspoon cayenne pepper (can use more to taste) |
| ½ | cup chicken broth |
Instructions
| 1. | Prepare the sauce by combining all the sauce ingredients in a bowl; set aside. |
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| 2. | In a medium bowl, coat the chicken with cornstarch, sugar, and salt ensuring each piece is evenly coated. |
| 3. | Heat oil in a wok or large frypan until hot, but not smoking. |
| 4. | Add the coated chicken, ginger, garlic, and onion to the wok; stir-fry for about 1 minute. |
| 5. | Incorporate the peppers and carrots, stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes. |
| 6. | Pour in the prepared sauce, and cook while stirring until it simmers. |
| 7. | Lastly, add the cashews, and serve the dish immediately. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 846 kcal |
| Protein | 46.1 g |
| Fat | 51.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 55.8 g |
| Fiber | 4.9 g |
| Sugar | 26.2 g |
Published on Aug 09, 2024 by Luminița