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Healthy Cashew Chicken Stir Fry

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A quick and nutritious stir fry combining tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and vibrant vegetables for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)

Aromatics

  • 3 cloves garlic (fresh, minced)

Vegetables

  • 1 cup bell peppers (sliced, red and yellow)
  • 2 cups cabbage (shredded, green or Napa)

Nuts

  • 1 cup roasted unsalted cashews

Sauces & Sweeteners

  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup

Ginger

  • 1 tbsp ginger paste

Thickening Agent

  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water)

Instructions 

  • Cook chicken in a skillet until browned and cooked through, then set aside.
  • In the same skillet, sauté garlic, ginger, and vegetables until tender-crisp.
  • Return chicken to the skillet, add soy sauce, honey, and cashews, stirring to combine.
  • Mix cornstarch with water and add to the skillet, cooking until sauce thickens.
  • Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or adjust the sweetness to taste.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Chicken