Stir-Fried Chicken with Cashew Nuts Recipe – Thai Special
Stir-Fried Chicken with Cashew Nuts is a popular Asian-style dish known for its perfect balance of tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and savory sauce. Quick to prepare and full of bold flavors, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or when you want a satisfying homemade meal that tastes like restaurant food.
The combination of juicy chicken, toasted cashews, and aromatic garlic creates a delicious contrast of textures and flavors in every bite.
- Prep Time15 min
- Cook Time10 min
- Total Time25 min
Stir-Fried Chicken with Cashew Nuts Ingredients:
- 400 g boneless chicken breast or thigh, sliced
- 1/2 cup cashew nuts (lightly roasted)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced (optional)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
- Spring onions for garnish
Stir-Fried Chicken with Cashew Nuts Instructions:
Heat oil in a wok or pan over high heat.
Add chicken and stir-fry until lightly browned and cooked through.
Remove chicken and set aside.
In the same pan, sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
Add onion and bell pepper; stir-fry briefly.
Return chicken to the pan.
Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, black pepper, and chili flakes.
Stir in cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce.
Add roasted cashew nuts and toss well.
Garnish with spring onions and serve hot.
Recipe Notes :
Use high heat for authentic stir-fry flavor
Toast cashews lightly for extra crunch
Do not overcook chicken to keep it juicy
Add vegetables of choice like broccoli or snow peas
