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Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry with Rice

Tender chicken, roasted cashews, and crisp vegetables tossed in a glossy soy-ginger sauce. Served over steamed white rice for a complete weeknight dinner.

Total time
18 min
Servings
2
Calories
620
Protein
42g
Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry with Rice
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Ingredients

  • 1.25 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • ¾ cup cashews, roasted unsalted
  • 1 medium bell pepper (any color)
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 cup white rice

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook 1 cup white rice in salted water according to package directions.

  2. 2

    Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces (about 1 inch). Slice bell pepper into 1-inch chunks.

  3. 3

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  4. 4

    Add chicken, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through, 5–6 minutes.

  5. 5

    Stir in ginger, then bell pepper. Cook 2 minutes until pepper softens slightly.

  6. 6

    Add soy sauce and cashews, tossing until glossy, 1 minute. Serve over rice.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet or wok
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

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