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Cashew Chicken Recipe by Janet's HomeCooking

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Kentucky Cashew Chicken

Cultural Context

Kentucky Cashew Chicken is a beloved dish that showcases the fusion of American and Asian flavors, typically found in Chinese-American restaurants. The dish features tender chicken stir-fried with crunchy cashews and colorful vegetables, all coated in a savory sauce. It's a popular choice for family dinners and gatherings, reflecting the adaptability of traditional Chinese cuisine to American tastes. Today, variations exist, with some recipes adding unique spices or vegetables, making it a versatile favorite.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
300 grms boneless chicken thighs or chicken fillet
100 grms bell pepper
50 grms roasted cashew nuts
Onion sliced
3 cloves of garlic minced
1 Tsp soy sauce
1 tsp cooking wine
1 tsp cornstarch
¼ tsp sugar
50 ml chicken stock
1 tsp Oyster sauce
1 tsp soy sauce
¼ tsp sugar
1 tsp cornstarch

cashews

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Almonds provide a similar crunch with less fat.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free while liquid aminos is often less expensive.

1

Marinate chicken with soy sauce, cooking wine, cornstarch, and sugar.

2

Heat oil in a wok over high heat.

3

Add marinated chicken and stir-fry until cooked through.

4

Remove chicken from the wok and set aside.

5

In the same wok, stir-fry minced garlic until fragrant.

6

Add sliced onion and bell pepper; stir-fry until slightly tender.

7

Add chicken stock, oyster sauce, and soy sauce; stir to combine.

8

Return chicken to the wok and add roasted cashew nuts; stir-fry to heat through.

Cooking Techniques

stir-frying

Equipment Needed

wokknifecutting boardspatula

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milknutssoy

Also Known As

Cashew ChickenKentucky Style Cashew Chicken

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