Cashew Chicken Recipe Quick and Flavorful Meal

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup unsalted cashews
• 1 piece bell pepper (red, yellow, or green), sliced
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 2 pieces green onions, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• to taste salt and pepper
• for garnish sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, mix the chicken pieces with cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil. Stir-fry the minced garlic, ginger, and sliced bell pepper for about 2 minutes until they begin to soften.
4. Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and continue stir-frying for another 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and just tender.
5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with the soy sauce and hoisin sauce. Stir everything together and allow it to cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through and combine the flavors.
6. Finally, toss in the cashews and chopped green onions. Mix well and cook for another minute, letting the heat slightly toast the cashews.
7. Remove from heat and transfer the dish to a serving platter.