By recipezenith.com
Chinese Cashew Chicken
Instructions
Prep:10minCook:15min
A fast and flavorful homemade version of Chinese Cashew Chicken that surpasses takeout with its crunchy texture and rich sauce.
Updated at: Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:31:40 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
33
Low
Glycemic Load
5
Low
Nutrition per serving
Calories369.6 kcal (18%)
Total Fat21.2 g (30%)
Carbs14.6 g (6%)
Sugars6.5 g (7%)
Protein30.9 g (62%)
Sodium924.6 mg (46%)
Fiber2.1 g (8%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings
1 poundboneless skinless chicken breasts
or thighs, cut into bite size pieces, Thighs are more forgiving and juicier
½ cupcashews
whole or halves, unsalted, Toasting enhances flavor
1yellow onion
medium, or white, sliced
1 cupbell peppers
sliced, Red and green for color
2 tablespoonsneutral oil
like canola, avocado, or vegetable oil
1 tablespoontoasted sesame oil
Add at the end for flavor
3 tablespoonssoy sauce
Low sodium preferred
2 tablespoonshoisin sauce
Provides sweetness
1 tablespoonrice vinegar
Brightens the sauce
1 teaspooncornstarch
⅓ cupchicken broth
or water, To loosen the sauce
1 teaspoonhoney
optional, For additional sweetness
1 teaspoonfresh garlic
minced, Using fresh provides better flavor
1 teaspoonfresh ginger
minced, Using fresh provides better flavor
red pepper flakes
to taste, or sriracha, For added spiciness
Instructions
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