Best 5 The Best Cashew Chicken Stir Fry Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors that is cashew chicken stir-fry, a classic dish that artfully blends the savory essence of chicken with the nutty richness of cashews. This culinary masterpiece, deeply rooted in Chinese cuisine, has captivated taste buds worldwide with its vibrant aroma, tender texture, and harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and umami flavors.

In this article, we present a curated collection of cashew chicken stir-fry recipes, each offering a unique interpretation of this beloved dish. Explore the authentic flavors of traditional Chinese cooking with our classic cashew chicken recipe, featuring tender chicken morsels enveloped in a luscious sauce made from soy sauce, rice wine, and oyster sauce. Experience the vibrant fusion of Thai cuisine with our Thai cashew chicken recipe, where the subtle heat of chili peppers dances in perfect harmony with the sweetness of palm sugar and the tang of lime juice.

For those seeking a healthier alternative, our low-carb cashew chicken stir-fry offers a delightful balance of flavors without compromising on taste. Succulent chicken, crisp-tender vegetables, and a flavorful sauce made with almond butter and coconut aminos come together to create a guilt-free indulgence. And for those with a sweet tooth, our honey cashew chicken stir-fry tantalizes the palate with a luscious sauce made from honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.

Prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the world of cashew chicken stir-fry, exploring the diverse flavors and techniques that make this dish a timeless favorite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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

CASHEW CHICKEN STIR FRY



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A healthy and delightful one dish meal. Low sodium soy sauce can be used.

Provided by Sweet B

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into bite-size pieces
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning blend (such as Tony Chachere's®), or to taste
1 ¼ cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch
4 teaspoons soy sauce, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 cups shredded cabbage
25 sugar snap peas, chopped
10 small spears fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces
3 stalks celery, chopped
½ red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
2 green onions, chopped
1 (8 ounce) can sliced bamboo shoots, drained
½ cup cashews
1 pinch paprika, or to taste

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning.
  • Whisk chicken broth, cornstarch, and 3 teaspoons soy sauce together in a bowl until completely blended.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a deep frying pan or wok over high heat. Cook and stir chicken in hot oil until cooked through, 6 to 10 minutes. Remove chicken from pan and drain any accumulated liquids.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in the frying pan or wok over high heat. Stir fry cabbage, snap peas, asparagus, celery, red bell pepper, green onions, and bamboo shoots for 1 minute. Stir in 1 teaspoon soy sauce. Continue cooking until vegetables are tender but still crisp, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir chicken into cabbage mixture. Pour chicken broth mixture over chicken mixture, reduce heat to medium, and simmer until sauce thickens, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to low; add cashews and cook until heated through, 1 minute. Sprinkle with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 615.1 calories, Carbohydrate 61.8 g, Cholesterol 71.1 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 16.8 g, Protein 44.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1224.6 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

CASHEW CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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For me, the hardest part of making this quick cashew chicken recipe is keeping the cashews in the cupboard! My husband loves them, and so do our three little girls-5, 4 and 3. -Vicki Hirschfeld, Hartland, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups chicken broth, divided
1/4 cup cornstarch
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup thinly sliced carrots
1/2 cup sliced celery (1/2-inch pieces)
3 cups broccoli florets
1 cup fresh or frozen snow peas
1-1/2 cups cashews
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of broth. Meanwhile, combine the cornstarch, soy sauce, ginger and remaining broth until smooth; set aside. , Add chicken to the skillet; stir-fry over medium heat until no longer pink, about 3-5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and keep warm. , Add garlic, carrots and celery to skillet; stir-fry for 3 minutes. Add broccoli and peas; stir-fry for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir broth mixture; add to the skillet with the chicken. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in cashews. Serve over rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 571 calories, Fat 33g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 1625mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

CASHEW CHICKEN STIR FRY



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Cashew Chicken Stir Fry is so easy to make and filled with fresh veggies, chicken, and crunchy cashews. The glaze on top is incredible!

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 pound boneless (skinless chicken breasts, cut into one inch pieces)
1 zucchini (diced)
1 red bell pepper (cut into one inch cubes)
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1 cup snow peas
1 cup whole cashews
3/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 Tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 Tablespoon cornstarch
2 Tablespoons water
green onions (sliced for garnish)

Steps:

  • In a medium-sized skillet or wok over medium high heat add olive oil and chicken. Brown until almost cooked through and add zucchini, bell pepper, mushrooms, carrots, and snow peas. Cook until veggies are tender and chicken is no longer pink. Add cashews.
  • Add chicken broth, soy sauce, garlic, brown sugar, and sesame oil to the pan. In a small bowl whisk together cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Pour into pan and stir until incorporated. Let simmer for 2 minutes or until sauce has thickened.
  • Garnish with green onions and serve over rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 71 mg, Sodium 756 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

THE BEST CASHEW CHICKEN STIR FRY



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Make and share this The Best Cashew Chicken Stir Fry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Stir Fry Superfly

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces
Chinese five spice powder
2 dried Thai chiles, crushed
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 bok choy, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 medium onion, sliced
1 cup snow peas
1 cup button mushroom, quarterd
0.5 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts
1 chunk ginger (grated or chopped finely)
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
3 green onions
3/4 cup whole unsalted cashews
1 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
2 cups white rice, cooked
2 teaspoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Generously season chicken with 5-spice and chiles. Saute in a teaspoon of each oil for 5 minutes in a wok.
  • Add garlic and ginger 1/2 way through cooking chiken.
  • Once chicken is cooked add bok choi, onion, carrot, mushroons and water chestnuts with 1/2 chicken broth and 1/2 hoisin sauce. Close lid for 2 minutes.
  • Add snowpeas and leafy part of bok choi. Add remaining chicken broth and hoisin sauce. Close lid for 2 more minutes.
  • Thicken with cornstarch slurry to desired thickness. Add cashews and green onion just before serving with hot rice.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will result in a more flavorful and enjoyable dish. For the best results, use fresh vegetables, lean protein, and high-quality sauces and spices.
  • Marinate the chicken: Marinating the chicken in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, rice wine, sesame oil, and spices helps to tenderize the chicken and infuse it with flavor.
  • Use a hot wok: A hot wok is essential for achieving the perfect stir-fry. Heat the wok over high heat until it is smoking before adding the oil and ingredients.
  • Stir-fry in small batches: Don't overcrowd the wok. Stir-frying in small batches will help to prevent the ingredients from steaming and ensure that they cook evenly.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Cashew chicken stir-fry is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Feel free to add your favorite vegetables to the stir-fry, such as broccoli, carrots, snow peas, or bell peppers.
  • Add the cashews at the end: Cashews can burn easily, so it's best to add them to the stir-fry towards the end of the cooking process.
  • Serve immediately: Cashew chicken stir-fry is best served immediately after it is cooked. This will ensure that the vegetables are still crisp and the flavors are at their peak.

Conclusion:

Cashew chicken stir-fry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. By following these tips, you can create a flavorful and enjoyable cashew chicken stir-fry that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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