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    Spicy Cashew Chicken and Vegetables

    Posted: Jan 16, 2021 Last Modified: May 6, 2021 by Carmy · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Sweet and savoury, this Spicy Cashew Chicken and Vegetables is super quick and easy to make! Perfect as a weeknight dinner and is an easy chicken meal prep for the week!

    spicy cashew chicken in a bowl on top of rice


     

    Cashew Chicken with a Kick

    I love cashew chicken! A year ago, I shared how to make cashew chicken in an Instant Pot and it was a hit! However, I got some questions on how to adapt it for the stove top so here I am with a stove top cashew chicken using my Dutch oven.

    bowl with rice and cashew chicken on top with broccoli, carrots, green onions, and red pepper flakes

    This is a spicier version of my cashew chicken so feel free to opt the heat if you prefer. While I use a Dutch oven, if you have a high sided sauté pan you can use that instead. It’s just easier for me as it helps keeps everything inside the pan as I stir to coat everything in the cashew chicken sauce.

    I also have a sheet pan cashew chicken (from 2017!!) if you prefer a more hands-off cooking method but don’t have an Instant Pot.

    What You’ll Need

    For the sauce:

    • soy sauce: low sodium
    • garlic powder
    • hoisin sauce
    • honey
    • sriracha sauce
    • cornstarch: helps the sauce thicken when cooked
    spicy cashew chicken sauce

    For everything else:

    broccoli florets and carrots in a measuring cup.
    • olive oil
    • chicken: I used skinless boneless chicken breasts but if you prefer thighs, feel free to swap
    • salt
    • broccoli: florets, mine were frozen
    • carrots: sliced
    • cashews: unsalted
    • optional toppings: red chili flakes and green onions
    cashews in a measuring cup.

    How To Make Spicy Cashew Chicken on the Stovetop

    • dutch oven with chicken and spicy sauce.
    • Vegetables being added to a dutch oven with chicken.
    • Mix together the ingredients for the cashew chicken sauce and set aside.
    • In a Dutch oven or a high side pan on medium-high heat, add in olive oil, and then salt and brown the chicken on both sides for 2-4 minutes per side, depending on how large your chicken is cubed.
    • Next, add in the cashew chicken sauce and stir to coat.
    • Add in the vegetables. If you prefer them to be on the softer side, add them in after you add the sauce. If you prefer them to have more of a crunch, add them in near the end of cooking.
    • dutch oven cashew chicken
    • dutch oven cashew chicken
    • Stirring to coat everything and to prevent the sauce from burning, let everything cook for another 4-7 minutes, until the chicken has cooked through and the sauce has thickened to your liking.
    • Before serving, add in the cashews and mix to coat.
    • Top with red pepper flakes and green onions if desired and serve alongside some rice or grain of choice.
    Sweet and savoury, this Spicy Cashew Chicken and Vegetable is super quick and easy to make! Perfect as a weeknight dinner and is an easy chicken meal prep for the week! | chicken dinner | chicken meal prep | cashew chicken | chicken cashew | meal prep ideas | easy family dinner

    Meal Prep Cashew Chicken – Storage and Reheating

    • I meal prep my spicy cashew chicken alongside the rice instead of separately, this way I can just grab a container from the fridge and go.
    • Store the spicy cashew chicken in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 5 days.
    • To reheat, microwave on high for 1-2 minutes. If you are packing this with rice and are worried about the rice drying up, add a tbsp of water to the rice when reheating.
    cashew chicken in a meal prep container with rice

    Recipe Variations

    • swap the vegetables for ones of your choosing such as red bell peppers, cauliflower, zucchini, etc
    • chicken breasts can be swapped for chicken thighs
    • honey can be swapped for maple syrup

    Spicy Cashew Chicken and Vegetables

    Sweet and savoury, this Spicy Cashew Chicken and Vegetables is super quick and easy to make! Perfect as a weeknight dinner and is an easy chicken meal prep for the week!
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 15 minutes mins
    Total Time: 25 minutes mins
    Servings: 4 servings

    Ingredients

    For the sauce:

    • 4-5 tbsp soy sauce, low sodium
    • 1 tsp garlic powder
    • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
    • 1.5 tbsp honey
    • 1-2 tbsp sriracha sauce
    • 1 tbsp cornstarch

    For everything else:

    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 3 chicken breasts, cut into cubes
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 1 cup broccoli florets
    • 1 carrot, sliced
    • 1 cup cashews, unsalted
    • optional toppings: red chili flakes and green onions

    Equipment

    • Dutch oven

    Instructions

    • Mix together the ingredients for the cashew chicken sauce and set aside.
    • In a Dutch oven or a high side pan on medium-high heat, add in olive oil, and then salt and brown the chicken on both sides for 2-4 minutes per side, depending on how large your chicken is cubed.
    • Next, add in the cashew chicken sauce and stir to coat.
    • Add in the vegetables. If you prefer them to be on the softer side, add them in after you add the sauce. If you prefer them to have more of a crunch, add them in near the end of cooking.
    • Stirring to coat everything and to prevent the sauce from burning, let everything cook for another 4-7 minutes, until the chicken has cooked through and the sauce has thickened to your liking.
    • Before serving, add in the cashews and mix to coat.
    • Top with red pepper flakes and green onions if desired and serve alongside some rice or grain of choice.
    Tried this recipe?Did you make this recipe? I’m always so happy to hear about it! I’d love to see how it turned out. Tag me at @CarmysHungry on Instagram so I can see it! If you enjoyed the recipe, I’d really appreciate a comment with a 5 star rating! ♥

    Nutrition Per Serving

    Serving: 4servings | Calories: 477kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 1549mg | Potassium: 1008mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 2740IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 3mg
    Author: Carmy
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Asian
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    Carmy is a healthy-ish living blogger based in Ontario. Here, you can find healthy-ish recipes including meal prep recipes, Instant Pot recipes, air fryer recipes, and lightened-up family favorites! Follow along for easy, straightforward recipes for any cooking level.

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