Chicken · Easy
Chicken and Cashew Stir-Fry
This chicken and cashew stir-fry combines tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and vegetables in a savory sauce, ready to serve over rice in about 20 minutes.
10Prep min
10Cook min
20Total min
What you'll need
- 1.5 lbschicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoonsvegetable oil
- 2 cupsbell pepper and zucchini, sliced
- 1/2 cuproasted cashews
- 1 tablespoon eachgarlic and ginger, minced
- 1/4 cupsoy sauce
- 2 tablespoonshoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon plus 2 tablespoons watercornstarch mixed with water
Let's cook
- 1Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat and cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through; remove and set aside.
- 2Add the remaining oil and stir-fry the bell pepper, zucchini, garlic, and ginger for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
- 3Whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and the cornstarch slurry.
- 4Return the chicken to the pan along with the cashews, pour in the sauce, and toss for 1-2 minutes until thickened and glossy.
- 5Serve immediately over rice.
Make it yours
- Add pineapple chunks for sweetness.
- Use peanuts instead of cashews.
- Add a drizzle of chili garlic sauce for heat.
Good with
- Steamed jasmine rice
- A light cucumber salad
- Extra cashews for crunch
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, answered.
When should I add the cashews?
Add them near the end so they stay crunchy rather than softening in the sauce.
Can I use a different nut?
Yes, peanuts or almonds both work well in place of cashews.



