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Delicious Spicy Cashew Chicken from Cheesecake Factory served with rice and vegetables.

Spicy Cashew Chicken

A flavorful and quick weeknight dinner featuring chicken, crunchy cashews, and a zesty hoisin sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces Can substitute with tofu for a vegan option.
  • ½ cup roasted cashews
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Or sesame oil for extra flavor.
  • 1 cup broccoli florets Or any vegetable you prefer.
  • 1 bell pepper sliced Any color you prefer.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
Sauces and Seasonings
  • ½ cup hoisin sauce Look for a gluten-free option if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Or tamari for a gluten-free alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon corn starch mixed with 2 tablespoons water For thickening.
For Serving
  • as needed servings cooked rice or noodles For serving.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken pieces, searing them for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Incorporate the minced garlic and bell pepper, stirring often for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. Add the broccoli florets and mix everything together.
  5. Pour in the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil, stirring well to coat everything evenly.
  6. If desired, add the corn starch mixture and cook for another minute until the sauce thickens.
  7. Finally, sprinkle in the roasted cashews and toss gently to combine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10g

Notes

Serve over fluffy jasmine rice or noodles. For meal prep, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

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