How to Make Easy Cashew Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cashew chicken is a classic Chinese dish that is beloved for its savory, nutty flavor and tender chunks of chicken. This easy cashew chicken recipe is a delicious and simple version of the traditional dish that can be made in under 30 minutes. It's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or for impressing guests with a homemade Chinese meal.

One of the best things about this easy cashew chicken recipe is that it requires minimal ingredients and can be prepared using basic kitchen staples...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 cups diced chicken meat
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 (8 ounce) can bamboo shoots, drained and diced
  • 1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and diced
  • ⅓ cup cornstarch
  • ½ cup cold water
  • 1 cup cashews

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Sauté chicken until it turns white, then season with salt and pepper and add broth, soy sauce, celery, bamboo shoots and water chestnuts. Cover skillet, reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Beat cornstarch and water together in a small bowl, then blend into skillet mixture and heat through until thick and bubbly. Sprinkle with cashews and serve.
  • Nutrition

    354 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 39mg
    • Sodium: 747mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 31mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 353mg