Chicken and Cashew Stir-Fry on a plate

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
  • 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
  1. 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.
  2. 2Add the remaining oil and stir-fry the bell pepper, zucchini, garlic, and ginger for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
  3. 3Whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and the cornstarch slurry.
  4. 4Return the chicken to the pan along with the cashews, pour in the sauce, and toss for 1-2 minutes until thickened and glossy.
  5. 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

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.