Chicken Stir-Fry with Cashews and Vegetables Recipe
A quick and flavorful Chicken Stir-Fry featuring tender chicken breast, crisp broccoli, and bell pepper tossed in a savory honey-soy sesame sauce, finished with crunchy cashews for added texture. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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Sauce
- 1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
Stir-Fry
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 head broccoli, cut into small florets
- 1 bell pepper, seeds and ribs removed, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/3 cup raw cashews
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the reduced-sodium soy sauce, honey, and toasted sesame oil until well combined, creating a sweet and savory stir-fry sauce.
- Cook the vegetables: Heat canola oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add broccoli florets, chopped bell pepper, and finely chopped garlic. Stir frequently and cook until the vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
- Add and cook the chicken: Add the cut chicken breast pieces to the skillet. Toss occasionally to ensure even cooking until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, approximately 8 minutes.
- Incorporate the cashews and season: Stir in the raw cashews and season the mixture with freshly ground black pepper to taste. This adds crunch and a mild nutty flavor.
- Add sauce and simmer: Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet. Bring to a gentle simmer and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables well, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra heat, add red pepper flakes when cooking the vegetables.
- To make it gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- You can swap cashews for peanuts or almonds if preferred.
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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