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Better-Than-Takeout Cashew Chicken Recipe – Easy 20-Minute Homemade Stir-Fry

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Better-Than-Takeout Cashew Chicken is a quick, restaurant-style stir-fry with juicy chicken, crisp vegetables, and crunchy cashews tossed in a garlicky sweet-savory soy sauce. Ready in 20 minutes and perfect for a fast homemade dinner.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 5

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1.25 pounds chicken breasts, diced
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup frozen edamame
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cashews
  • 3/41 cup green onions

Instructions

  1. Coat chicken with cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook chicken in oil for 4–5 minutes until partially done.
  3. Add vegetables and garlic; cook until crisp-tender.
  4. Mix soy sauce, honey, vinegar, chili garlic sauce, and ginger.
  5. Add cashews and sauce to skillet.
  6. Simmer 1–2 minutes.
  7. Add green onions and serve.

Notes

  • Best served fresh and hot.
  • Stores up to 5 days in fridge.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired