A Flavorful Stir-Fry Featuring Sunbest Natural Cashews
Cashew chicken is a beloved dish known for its tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and savory-sweet sauce. Made with premium Sunbest Natural Cashews, this recipe brings restaurant-quality flavor right to your kitchen. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or anytime you want a satisfying, wholesome meal packed with protein and texture.
Why You’ll Love Cashew Chicken
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Juicy chicken with a crispy cashew crunch
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Balanced savory and slightly sweet sauce
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Loaded with protein and healthy fats
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Simple ingredients, big flavor
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Great served over rice or noodles
Ingredients
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
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1 cup Sunbest Natural Raw Cashews
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2 tbsp vegetable or canola oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 bell pepper, sliced
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1 small onion, sliced
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¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
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2 tbsp hoisin sauce
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
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1 tsp grated fresh ginger
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1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)
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Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Toast cashews:
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast Sunbest Natural Cashews for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove and set aside.
2. Cook chicken:
Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
3. Sauté vegetables:
In the same pan, add garlic, bell pepper, and onion. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
4. Make the sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and ginger.
5. Combine everything:
Return chicken to the pan, pour the sauce over, and stir to coat. Add the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1–2 minutes until sauce thickens.
6. Add cashews:
Stir in toasted cashews and cook for another minute.
7. Garnish and serve:
Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Why Choose Sunbest Natural Ingredients?
Sunbest Natural Cashews are fresh, non-GMO, and packed with rich flavor and nutrients. Using our premium cashews in your cooking guarantees a crunchy, wholesome addition to your favorite meals.
Make It Your Own
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Add steamed broccoli or snap peas for extra veggies
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Use tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten-free sauce
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Spice it up with crushed red pepper flakes
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