Best 7 Chicken Cashews Red Pepper And Scallion Stir Fry Recipes

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**Tantalize Your Taste Buds with a Symphony of Flavors: Chicken, Cashews, Red Pepper, and Scallion Stir-Fry**

Embark on a culinary journey to savor the delectable Chicken, Cashews, Red Pepper, and Scallion Stir-Fry, a dish that harmonizes a vibrant symphony of flavors. Tender chicken morsels, roasted cashews, crisp red peppers, and aromatic scallions dance together in a savory sauce, creating a tantalizing experience for your palate. This stir-fry promises an explosion of textures and flavors that will leave you craving for more.

**A Trio of Tempting Stir-Fry Recipes Awaits:**

1. **Classic Chicken Cashew Stir-Fry:** Experience the timeless flavors of this classic stir-fry, featuring tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and a medley of vegetables coated in a rich and flavorful sauce.

2. **Sweet and Sour Chicken Stir-Fry:** Indulge in the delightful balance of sweet and sour flavors in this vibrant stir-fry. Succulent chicken is coated in a tangy sauce that tantalizes your taste buds with a harmonious blend of sweet and sour notes.

3. **Spicy Szechuan Chicken Stir-Fry:** Embark on a fiery adventure with this Szechuan-inspired stir-fry. Bold flavors and a generous helping of chili peppers create a tantalizing heat that lingers on your palate.

Each recipe offers a unique culinary experience, catering to diverse taste preferences. Whether you crave classic flavors, a sweet and sour tang, or a spicy kick, these stir-fry recipes promise to satisfy your cravings and leave you with a memorable culinary experience.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CASHEW CHICKEN AND RED PEPPER STIR FRY



Cashew Chicken and Red Pepper Stir Fry image

In less than 30 minutes you can have a great chicken stir-fry dinner with this simple and quick recipe.

Provided by Lana Stuart

Categories     Main Dishes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 teaspoons cornstarch (divided)
2 tablespoons soy sauce (divided)
1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
¾ teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast (cut lengthwise into strips)
½ cup cashews (coarsely chopped)
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 large red bell pepper (cut into strips)
1 teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon minced fresh ginger
2 green onions (thinly sliced)

Steps:

  • Prep all ingredients before starting to cook.
  • In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon of the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of the soy sauce, the rice wine vinegar, sugar, and hot pepper sauce. Set aside for now.
  • Toss the remaining cornstarch and soy sauce with the chicken in a large bowl.
  • Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cashews and cook, stirring frequently, for 3 minutes or lightly browned. Remove from pan and set aside.
  • Add oil to pan, then add the chicken mixture. Sauté for about 2 minutes or until the chicken is lightly browned. Remove chicken from pan. Add the bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes. Add garlic and ginger and cook another 30 seconds.
  • Add back the chicken mixture and cornstarch mixture to the pan. Cook for 1 minute or until sauce is slightly thickened. Add the cashews and green onions and stir to combine.
  • Serve over steamed white or brown rice. Sprinkle with additional minced green onion before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1, Calories 309 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Sodium 652 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g

CHICKEN AND CASHEW STIR-FRY



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Boneless and skinless chicken thighs are stir-fried with cashews, peppers, and garlic for a flavorful weeknight dinner recipe.

Categories     Wok     Chicken     Garlic     Ginger     Nut     Onion     Pepper     Stir-Fry     Quick & Easy     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 bunch scallions
1 pound skinless boneless chicken thighs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 red bell pepper, chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped peeled fresh ginger
1/4 teaspoon dried hot red-pepper flakes
3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup salted roasted whole cashews

Steps:

  • Chop scallions, separating white and green parts. Pat chicken dry, then cut into 3/4-inch pieces and toss with salt and pepper. Heat a wok or 12-inch heavy skillet (not nonstick) over moderately high heat until a drop of water evaporates immediately. Add oil, swirling to coat, then stir-fry chicken until golden in places and just cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon. Add bell pepper, garlic, ginger, red-pepper flakes, and scallion whites to wok and stir-fry until peppers are just tender, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Stir together broth, soy sauce, cornstarch, and sugar, then stir into vegetables in wok. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in cashews, scallion greens, and chicken along with any juices accumulated on plate.

CASHEW CHICKEN STIR-FRY RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, chicken breast, salt, pepper, cornstarch, sesame oil, broccoli floret, red bell pepper, raw cashew, water, brown rice

Provided by Kahnita Wilkerson

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon sesame oil
½ tablespoon ginger, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
¾ lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch (2 1/2 cm) pieces
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon sesame oil
4 cups broccoli floret
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch (2 1/2 cm) pieces
¾ cup raw cashew
½ cup water
brown rice, to serve

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, season the chicken with salt, pepper, and cornstarch.
  • Heat a 9.5" fry pan over medium-high heat and add sesame oil.
  • Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until the chicken begins to brown.
  • Remove chicken and set aside in a separate bowl.
  • Add the broccoli and bell peppers, and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the chicken, cashews and sauce. Stir together and allow sauce to thicken.
  • Remove from heat and serve over brown rice.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 calories, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 35 grams, Sugar 19 grams

CHICKEN, CASHEWS, RED PEPPER AND SCALLION STIR FRY



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This has by far become my favorite stir fry dish. It is a mix of my girl friends favorite chicken stir fry, my favorite technique and sauce for stir fry; and this is the final result. Basically, a 4 ingredient dish with a simple sauce, stir fried and served over rice with a crunch. Yes, chopped water chestnuts make this rice a great compliment. Now, for dinner, I serve some Napa cabbage, rough chopped and tossed with shredded carrots and shallots, topped with an Asian, or toasted sesame seed dressing for a perfect side. Now you can make your own dressing, but there are so many store bought dressings available these days which are pretty good. It is such a quick easy dish for a week night dinner. And ... If you're in the mood, a few spring rolls, egg rolls or an miso or egg drop soup would make a nice starter course. A couple of notes. Don't skip of any of the steps, it is what makes the dish work so well. Also ... add the water chestnuts to the rice, it really makes the dish. And the sesame oil gives it the stir fry flavor. Don't skip these ingredients.

Provided by SarasotaCook

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 extra large egg (egg white only)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 1/4 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/4 lbs boneless skinless chicken, cut in 1-inch bite size pieces (I use a mix of thighs and breasts)
1 tablespoon sesame oil (to saute the chicken)
1 tablespoon peanut oil, to saute the chicken (vegetable or canola oil will work fine, do NOT use olive oil)
1/2 cup unsalted whole cashews
1 tablespoon peanut oil (vegetable or canola oil will work fine, do NOT use olive oil)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons sherry wine (do not use cooking sherry or cream sherry, just use a cook dry sherry)
2 teaspoons sugar
1 small red pepper, very very thin sliced in 1-2-inch pieces
1/2 cup diced scallion, white and green parts
1/4-1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 cups rice (use your favorite, I serve about 1 cup per person, you can make more if you like)
1 (3 1/2 ounce) can water chestnuts, cut in thin strips

Steps:

  • Now, it looks like a lot, but it is very easy. Just start each step and honestly it doesn't take any time.
  • Chicken Marinade -- In a small bowl, add the egg white, corn starch and soy sauce and whisk well. Add the chicken and toss well to combine. Just set off to the side on the counter. The chicken will come to room temp as it marinates. I like to let it set 30-45 minutes. This gives you time to prepare everything else.
  • Cashews -- This only takes a few minutes. In the same large pan you are going to cook the chicken in (I prefer non stick), add the oil and bring to medium heat. Add the cashews and cook 2-3 minutes until golden brown (stirring often). Once they are done, remove to a plate lined with a paper towel to drain. They don't need chopping, so they are ready to go. Wipe out the pan as you will be using this to make the chicken.
  • Sauce -- In a small bowl or even a measuring cup, add the chicken broth, soy sauce, sherry wine, sugar, red pepper flakes and set to the side. Don't add the scallions yet.
  • Rice -- Start the rice as the chicken only takes a few minutes to cook. I use a quick cooking rice, but feel free to use your favorite. Right at the end of cooking, add in the water chestnuts. I make this ahead and just cover and set off to the side.
  • Chicken -- Time to stir fry! This is quick so make sure you have the sauce nearby, the cashews and the rice is done. Heat that large pan up one more time. Now a wok is great if you have one, but not necessary. Add 1 tablespoon each peanut (or whatever you have) and sesame oil (don't leave out the sesame oil (it gives this dish great flavor) and bring to medium/high heat - high heat. Scoop the chicken out of the marinade, but use a slotted spoon, you don't want to get extra marinade in the pan. You can also strain it in a colander if you want. A slotted spoon works great and much easier. Add it to the hot oil and stir fry on each side until golden brown. It won't take more than 4-5 min tops. They cook very quick and you don't want to over cook them.
  • Right before they are done, add in the scallions, red pepper strips and cashews. Stir to combine and then add in the sauce. Cook just a minute or two until the sauce is bubbly and thick. The pepper will still be a bit crunchy but tender and the chicken will be tender and done.
  • NOTE: If you like the sauce a bit thicker, mix 1 teaspoon cold water with 1 teaspoon corn starch and add to the dish. And cook just a minute -- this will thicken it up quickly.
  • Serve -- Just top this wonderful chicken and sauce over the water chestnut rice. As I mentioned, I love a Napa cabbage salad with carrots and a sesame dressing for a side, but add your favorites. This really may look like a lot, but they are all simple steps. Just follow the steps for a quick nice dinner. ENJOY!
  • Note: Time to make includes marinating.

CASHEW CHICKEN



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We love eating ethnic foods, especially Asian dishes. This chicken stir-fry is my family's favorite! The cashews add crunch and a sweet, nutty flavor, and the tasty sauce adds richness to garden-fresh carrots and broccoli. -Ena Quiggle, Goodhue, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1/2 cup sherry
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1-1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken, cubed
3 tablespoons canola oil
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 cup thinly sliced carrots
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 cup roasted salted cashews
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, sherry, sesame oil and garlic powder. Pour half into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 2 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade. , Discard marinade from chicken. In a wok or large skillet, stir-fry chicken in canola oil for 2-3 minutes or until no longer pink. With a slotted spoon, remove chicken and set aside. , In the same skillet, stir-fry broccoli and carrots for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Combine the cornstarch, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ginger and reserved marinade until smooth; gradually stir into vegetables. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cashews and chicken; heat through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454 calories, Fat 27g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 1282mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

CHICKEN, CASHEWS AND RED PEPPER STIR-FRY



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This dish balances salty, sweet, tangy and spicy ingredients. It is truly wonderful! :) Recipe is from Barbara Lauterbach, Cooking Light Magazine, April 2009 edition. She suggests that it be served alongside a quick rice pilaf. Cook a 10 oz package frozen white rice (such as Birds Eye SteamFresh) according to package directions. We had rice already made since there is white rice always around!! Combine cooked rice, 2 Tablespoons drained chopped water chestnuts, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, 1/4 teaspoon salt (or perhaps one of Mrs Dash's 13 choices) and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper and a sprinkling of chopped green onions. Make sure you have it all chopped and ready so that cooking it will be a breeze. ;)

Provided by Manami

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 3/4 teaspoons cornstarch, divided
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce, divided
2 teaspoons dry sherry
1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
3/4 teaspoon sugar or 3/4 teaspoon Splenda sugar substitute
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco) or 1/2 teaspoon garlic and red chile paste
1 lb chicken breast tenders, cut lengthwise into thin strips
1/2 cup coarsely chopped unsalted cashews
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 cups julienne-cut red bell peppers (about 1 large)
1 teaspoon minced garlic (if you have it, use bottled minced garlic, watch it, if you used the garlic chile paste)
1/2 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger
3 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions

Steps:

  • Combine 1 teaspoon cornstarch, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and dry sherry, rice vinegar, the sugar or Splenda, & 1/2 tablespoon garlic & red chile paste (or less if you choose) in a small bowl; stir with a whisk.
  • Combine remaining 2 3/4 teaspoons cornstarch, remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and chicken in a medium bowl; toss well to coat.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add cashews to pan; cook 3 minutes or until lightly toasted, stirring frequently.
  • Remove from pan.
  • Add oil to pan, swirling to coat. Add chicken mixture to pan; sauté 2 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Remove chicken from pan; place in a bowl.
  • Add bell pepper to pan; sauté 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add garlic and ginger; cook 30 seconds.
  • Add chicken and cornstarch mixture to pan; cook 1 minute or until sauce is slightly thick.
  • Sprinkle with cashews and green onions.
  • QUICK RICE PILAF:.
  • Cook 1 (10-ounce) package frozen white rice (such as Birds Eye SteamFresh) according to package directions. Combine cooked rice, 2 tablespoons drained chopped water chestnuts, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper & a sprinkling of chopped green onions!

CHICKEN WITH CASHEWS



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My mom loves Chinese food. This easy recipe will help satisfy her desire when carry-out is not available.-Rick Shaw, Gainesville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 teaspoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 cup cold water
1/3 cup soy sauce
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1-1/3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup whole salted cashews
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; set aside., In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken in oil until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm. In the same pan, stir-fry the celery, carrots and onion until crisp-tender. , Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add chicken and cashews; heat through. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 527 calories, Fat 31g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 1590mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 41g protein.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients prepped and measured out. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you don't miss anything.
  • Use a large skillet or wok: This will give you plenty of room to stir-fry the chicken and vegetables.
  • Heat the skillet or wok over high heat: This will help to sear the chicken and vegetables and create a nice stir-fry sauce.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet or wok: If you do, the chicken and vegetables will steam instead of stir-frying.
  • Stir-fry the chicken and vegetables in batches if necessary: If your skillet or wok is not large enough to accommodate all of the chicken and vegetables at once, cook them in batches.
  • Use a slotted spoon to remove the chicken and vegetables from the skillet or wok: This will help to drain off any excess oil.
  • Serve the stir-fry immediately over rice or noodles: This will ensure that the stir-fry is hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

This chicken, cashews, red pepper, and scallion stir-fry is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. The chicken is tender and juicy, the vegetables are crisp and colorful, and the sauce is flavorful and slightly spicy. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal.

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