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    Cashew Chicken (One Pot)

    Published: Jun 24, 2024 · Modified: Jan 21, 2025 by Abeer Rizvi · This post may contain affiliate links · 7 Comments

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    Quick and easy cashew chicken recipe, made in one pot and 30 minutes on stovetop with simple ingredients.

    How to Make Cashew Chicken Stir Fry

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    This simple meal is better than Chinese takeout. In fact, it is one of my favorite meals because I love cashews so much. It gives this meal a wonderful, nutty flavor and crunch that I simply can't get enough of. If you enjoy this dish as much as I do, you should also try my One Pot Chicken and Rice and Honey Sriracha Chicken (One Pot).

    Table of contents

    • Key ingredients
    • Variations
    • How to make one pot cashew chicken?
    • What to serve with cashew chicken stir fry?
    • Tips and techniques
    • Recipe FAQs
    • Storage
    • Other One Pot Chicken Dinner Recipes:

    Key ingredients

    • Olive oil- Needed for frying the vegetables and meat.
    • Sesame oil- This is what gives it the unique flavor, so don't skip it.
    • Chicken- Use boneless chicken breasts, cut into cubes.
    • Ginger and garlic- Fresh and finely minced is best.
    • Honey- Thick and sweet, perfect for sweetening up the sauce.
    • Soy sauce- Low sodium is best.
    • Vinegar- Balances out the other flavors and brings a nice tanginess.
    • Sriracha sauce- Adds a little kick to this recipe.
    • Green peppers- Brings great flavor and texture.
    • Onion- Full of flavor, these will enhance the overall dish.
    • Salt and pepper- This is a classic combo used in many recipes.
    • Cornstarch- Helps to thicken the sauce.
    • Cashews- Unsalted and roasted gives the best flavor.
    One Pot Cashew Chicken Recipe

    Variations

    • Substitute Srirachi sauce- And use Chili sauce instead or your favorite mild sauce if you don't like much heat.
    • Adjust sauces and seasonings- According to your personal preference.
    • Add other vegetables- Including broccoli, celery, zucchini, and more. If you enjoy this version, try my Oven Roasted Chicken and Vegetables.
    • Mix in quinoa or rice- To make it a full meal like this Chicken Fried Rice (One Pot).
    • Make it sweet and spicy- By adding in some pineapple chunks, canned or fresh.
    • Try other nuts- Such as pecans, walnuts, or almonds. Just remember, that cashews have a unique flavor, so it will change up the overall flavor profile.
    • Bring on the heat- If you like the spice, add in some red pepper flakes, more Sriracha sauce, and/or some diced hot peppers.

    How to make one pot cashew chicken?

    1. Heat oil- And stir fry chicken with ginger and garlic.
    2. Mix in- Soy sauce, vinegar, honey, and Sriracha sauce.
    3. Add in- Green peppers, onions, salt, pepper.
    4. Stir in- The cornstarch.
    5. Add cashews- Then cook until sauce thickens.
    Cashew Chicken Recipe- Step by Step Process

    What to serve with cashew chicken stir fry?

    This is best over boiled or fried rice, like this Coconut Rice (One Pot) or Pineapple Rice (One Pot). You can also try my one pot cauliflower fried rice for a healthier, low carb option.

    Tips and techniques

    • Don't omit sesame oil- Since it adds flavor to this recipe.
    • Use roasted cashews- Because they have a deeper flavor.
    • Prevent too much salt- By using low sodium soy sauce and unsalted cashews.
    • If you like more sauce- Simply double the sauce ingredients.
    • Instead of using vinegar- You can also use lemon juice.
    • Use whatever vegetables you like- I only used green peppers and onions.
    • Use non-stick pan- To make an easier cleanup and prevent food from sticking.
    Chicken with Cashew Nuts

    Recipe FAQs

    How do I thicken the sauce?

    Use a cornstarch slurry and mix in thoroughly. Let simmer and bubble to thicken the sauce to preferred consistency.

    How do I thin out the sauce?

    Add water or broth until it reaches the desired consistency.

    Storage

    • Make ahead- If you need to save this to serve at a later time, simply make the recipe and save it in a an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for 1 month. Thaw, reheat, and serve.
    • Refrigerator- Place in a sealed container for 2-3 days.
    • Freezer- Place in a sealed container for up to 1 month.
    • Reheat- This can be placed in the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave to warm up.

    Other One Pot Chicken Dinner Recipes:

    • Easy Pineapple Chicken (One Pot)
    • Honey Sesame Chicken (One Pot)
    • Chicken and Broccoli (One Pot)
    • Black Pepper Chicken (One Pot)
    • Chinese Jalepeno Chicken (One Pot)

    Recipe

    Easy One Pot Cashew Chicken on Marble Background- Overhead Shot.

    Cashew Chicken Recipe

    Abeer
    Quick and easy cashew chicken recipe, made in one pot and 30 minutes on stovetop with simple ingredients. Better than Chinese takeout! 
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 30 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American, Chinese
    Servings 4 People
    Calories 469 kcal

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    Ingredients
      

    • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
    • 1.5 pounds Chicken breast Bonesless, Cut into 1 inch cubes
    • 1 tablespoon Ginger Finely minced
    • 1.5 tablespoon Garlic Finely minced
    • ¼ teaspoon Red chili flakes Optional
    • ¼ cup Honey
    • ¼ cup Soy sauce Low sodium
    • 2 tablespoon Vinegar
    • 1-2 tbsp Sriracha sauce Or chili sauce
    • 1 cup Green peppers Cut into 1 inch pieces
    • ¾ cup Onion Cut into 1 inch pieces
    • Salt To taste
    • Pepper To taste
    • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
    • ¾ cup Cashews Unsalted, Roasted

    Instructions
     

    • Heat olive oil and sesame oil in a nonstick pot over medium-high heat.
    • Add chicken, ginger, garlic, red chili flakes and stir fry until slightly golden brown. 
    • Add honey, soy sauce, vinegar, sriracha sauce or sweet chili sauce. Mix everything together.
    • Add green peppers and onion and mix again.
    • Add salt and pepper to taste. 
    • Add cornstarch OR dissolve cornstarch in 2 tablespoon water and add that into the pot. Mix well. 
    • Add cashews and cook for a few more minutes until liquid is reduced and sauce thickens. 
    • Serve with rice and enjoy. 

    Notes

    • Read all my tips above.
    • Leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 469kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 43gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 108mgSodium: 1131mgPotassium: 951mgFiber: 2gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 190IUVitamin C: 37.5mgCalcium: 36mgIron: 2.9mg

    An automated tool is used to calculate the nutritional information. As such, I cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information provided for any recipe on this site.

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    Comments

    1. Nanny says

      June 26, 2018 at 3:58 pm

      Sounds like a delicious dinner!

      Reply
    2. jamielyn says

      June 26, 2018 at 4:19 pm

      What a great one pot recipe! Looks so delicious!

      Reply
    3. Melanie says

      June 26, 2018 at 9:05 pm

      Love that this is a one pot dish!

      Reply
    4. Sabrina says

      June 27, 2018 at 7:12 am

      Such a delicious meal and less clean up?....I'm in!

      Reply
    5. Katerina says

      June 27, 2018 at 8:11 am

      Such an incredible one pot dish!! I LOVE it!5 stars

      Reply
    6. Erin says

      June 27, 2018 at 10:51 pm

      Get in my belly! This looks so good.5 stars

      Reply
    7. Sandra says

      June 28, 2018 at 5:20 am

      This looks perfect for weeknight meal! Looks delish!5 stars

      Reply

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