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Cashew and Broccoli Chicken

Cultural Context

Cashew chicken is a beloved dish in Chinese-American cuisine, originating from the adaptation of traditional Chinese stir-fry techniques. It combines tender chicken with crunchy cashews and vibrant vegetables, reflecting the balance of flavors and textures prized in Asian cooking. Today, variations of this dish can be found in many Chinese restaurants across the United States, often served with rice or noodles, making it a popular choice for family dinners and gatherings.

Chinese-AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
400 grams chicken breast, diced
2 tbsp oyster sauce
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp mirin
2 tsp sugar
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 cloves garlic, grated
1 cup cashew nuts
1 head broccoli, cut into florets
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into strips
Sesame seeds
Splash of Sesame oil
Chopped spring onion
Cooking Oil
Salt & Pepper

cashews

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Almonds provide a similar crunch with lower calories.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free while liquid aminos are often cheaper.

1

Dice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.

2

Cut broccoli into florets.

3

Chop the onion and red bell pepper into strips.

4

Grate the garlic.

5

In a bowl, mix the oyster sauce, soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.

6

Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

7

Add the diced chicken to the skillet and stir-fry until browned and cooked through.

8

Add the grated garlic and sauté until fragrant.

9

Add the broccoli, cashew nuts, chopped onion, and red bell pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.

10

Pour the sauce over the mixture and stir until coated and sauce thickens.

11

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

12

Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped spring onion before serving.

Cooking Techniques

stir-fryingblanching

Equipment Needed

large skilletmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milksoytree-nuts

Also Known As

Chicken with CashewsStir-Fried Cashew Chicken

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