CASHEW CHICKEN TOSS
As a home economics teacher, I gave presentations on cooking with microwave ovens when they first became popular. Back then, I shared this pretty salad and warm citrus dressing with my students. It remains one of my favorites today. -Pamela Martin, Huntsville, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the sugar, cornstarch, orange zest, basil and pepper. Gradually whisk in pineapple juice until blended. , Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes or until boils and is thickened, stirring every 30 seconds. Set aside, stir occasionally., Place chicken in a greased 8-in. square microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 3-5 minutes or until juices run clear, turning every 2 minutes. Let stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Cut into thin strips., Arrange the salad greens, chicken, oranges and reserved pineapple on individual plates. Drizzle with warm dressing. Sprinkle with cashews.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 162mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
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Deonarine Bali
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The chicken was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Mega Magma
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The chicken was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Alex Jaxx
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The chicken was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Emeka'c Kanu
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The chicken was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Arbaz G
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The chicken was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Maranda Evan
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The chicken was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Amadu Tiyesi
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.
Shannon Henley
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The chicken was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Danaa Fatawu
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Mstkhadija Islam
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The sauce is flavorful and the chicken is cooked perfectly.
John Pham
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of cashew chicken, but this recipe was really good! The sauce was flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly.
Will Samia
[email protected]This was delicious! I used chicken thighs instead of breasts and it was still really tender and juicy. The sauce was also flavorful and addicting.