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Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry with Peppers & Rice

A quick and vibrant dish that combines tender chicken, colorful veggies, and creamy cashews, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Serving Size 4 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil or sesame oil For cooking
  • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup roasted cashews
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional)
  • 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp ginger, grated
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice (optional) For serving
  • 3 cups water (optional) For cooking rice
  • 1 tbsp butter or oil (optional) For cooking rice
  • Salt, to taste (optional)

Instructions

Cooking Rice (Optional)

  • Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  • In a medium pot, bring 3 cups of water to a boil.
  • Add the rinsed rice and a pinch of salt. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until fully cooked. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

Cooking Chicken

  • In a large skillet or wok, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.

Stir-Frying Vegetables

  • In the same skillet, add oil if needed, then add onions and bell peppers.
  • Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for another minute.

Making the Sauce

  • Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce (optional), and honey.
  • Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Combining Ingredients

  • Return the chicken to the skillet, add cashews, and toss to coat with the sauce.

Serving

  • Serve the Stir-Fry over the cooked rice, garnished with extra cashews or green onions.

Notes

Prep ahead by chopping vegetables and marinating the chicken in advance to save time. Consider adding red pepper flakes or sriracha for a bit of heat. Use fresh garlic and ginger for enhanced flavor.