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20-Min Cashew Chicken with Glossy Sauce

Tender chicken and roasted cashews coated in a sweet-salty soy glaze with a whisper of ginger. Ready in one skillet, perfect for weeknight dinner.

Total time
18 min
Servings
2
Calories
510
Protein
42g
20-Min Cashew Chicken with Glossy Sauce
satisfyingquickchinesechickentendercrispyweeknightmain-dish

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2 tbsp neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.

  2. Step 2

    Add chicken pieces and cook without stirring for 2 minutes, then stir and brown for 3 more minutes until mostly opaque.

  3. Step 3

    Stir in ginger and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  4. Step 4

    Pour soy sauce and honey into the skillet, then stir in cashews and toss until the sauce coats everything and turns glossy, about 2 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Scatter scallions over the top and toss once more.

  6. Step 6

    Serve immediately over rice or noodles if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet (12-inch)
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • wooden spoon or spatula

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