Honey Garlic Cashew Chicken

This Honey Garlic Cashew Chicken is a versatile and easy recipe, perfect for busy weeknights. With its balance of sweet and savory flavors, crunchy cashews, and tender chicken, it’s sure to become a regular rotation in your meal planning.

Honey Garlic Cashew Chicken on a plate

Serve this restaurant-quality stir-fry as a wholesome family meal with a side of freshly steamed rice or noodles. 

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  • Chicken Breasts: A lean protein, perfect for quick cooking and absorbing flavors.
  • Cashews: Adds a delightful crunch and nuttiness to the dish.
  • Red Bell Pepper: Provides a sweet flavor and vibrant color.
  • Sweet Onion: Adds a mild, sweet flavor and enhances the overall savoriness.
  • Rice Wine Vinegar: Offers a mild acidity, balancing the sweetness of other ingredients.
  • Honey: Natural sweetener that brings a subtle sweetness to the sauce.
  • Reduced-Sodium Soy Sauce: Imparts umami while keeping the sodium content lower.
  • Chili Garlic Sauce: Adds heat and depth to the dish.
  • Cornstarch: Used to coat the chicken for a slight crunch and to thicken the sauce.
  • Sesame Oil: Provides a nutty aroma and enhances the overall flavor profile.
ingredients for Honey Garlic Cashew Chicken
How should I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat in a skillet over medium heat to retain the texture of the chicken and vegetables.

Can I make this recipe low carb?

This honey garlic cashew chicken is pretty low-carb on its own. Yes, there are certain veggies in the recipe that would perhaps be frowned upon if following a clean keto diet, but otherwise, it makes a great low-carb meal option.
The high-carb elements only creep in with the serving of rice or other starch that most would add to this dish. If you are looking for an alternative to starchy rice, you could add this honey garlic chicken to some cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.

Can I use different vegetables in this recipe?

Absolutely! Snap peas, green beans, or mushrooms are great additions or substitutes.

How can I make this dish spicier?

Increase the amount of chili garlic sauce or add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for extra heat.

Honey Garlic Cashew Chicken in a pan

Honey Garlic Cashew Chicken

  1. Mix the cornstarch, salt and black pepper. corn starch and seasoning in a bag
  2. Toss the chicken in the cornstarch until evenly coated. In a large skillet or wok over medium heat, warm the oil and sesame oil until hot. Add the chicken and brown on all sides.chicken tossed in bag with seasoning
  3. To the skillet, add the vegetables. Cook for 4 to 6 minutes or until the vegetables are beginning to soften.veggies added to chicken in a pan
  4. Add the cashews to the skillet.cashew added to pan
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, honey, soy sauce, and chili garlic sauce. Pour the mixture over the stir fry and toss to coat. Serve immediately.Honey Garlic Cashew Chicken in a pan
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Honey Garlic Cashew Chicken

Serve your Honey Garlic Cashew Chicken as a wholesome family meal with a side of freshly steamed rice or noodles. 
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients
 

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cubed
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil peanut or canola oil can be substituted
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 12 oz bag fresh broccoli florets
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 red bell pepper seeded and sliced
  • 1 sweet onion halved and sliced
  • ½ cup unsalted cashews
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce

Instructions

  • Mix the cornstarch, salt and black pepper.
  • Toss the chicken in the cornstarch until evenly coated. In a large skillet or wok over medium heat, warm the oil and sesame oil until hot. Add the chicken and brown on all sides.
  • To the skillet, add the vegetables. Cook for 4 to 6 minutes or until the vegetables are beginning to soften.
  • Add the cashews to the skillet.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, honey, soy sauce, and chili garlic sauce. Pour the mixture over the stirfry and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Notes

Nutritional information does not include rice or noodles for serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 0.3mg | Sodium: 556mg | Potassium: 598mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 5875IU | Vitamin C: 117mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 2mg

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