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Healthy Cashew Chicken Stir Fry

This Healthy Cashew Chicken Stir Fry is a delicious and nutritious meal packed with protein and crunchy vegetables, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 pound chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups mixed bell peppers sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium
For the Cashew Sauce
  • 1/2 cup cashews raw or roasted unsalted
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated
For Garnish
  • 2 green onions green onions chopped
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Method
 

Prepare the Ingredients
  1. Gather all ingredients and prepare them as noted.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the cashews, honey, rice vinegar, and grated ginger to create the sauce.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add a splash of oil.
  2. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir Fry the Vegetables
  1. Add the sliced bell peppers and broccoli to the skillet with the chicken.
  2. Stir-fry for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Combine with Sauce
  1. Pour the cashew sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring to coat evenly.
  2. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
Serve
  1. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
  2. Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 27gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10g

Notes

Feel free to add more vegetables or adjust the sauce ingredients to your taste. For a spicier kick, add some red pepper flakes.

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