Honey Cashew Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
38%
Honey Cashew Chicken
35 min.
4
401kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your weeknight dinners with a dish that’s not only delicious but also healthy? Look no further than this Honey Cashew Chicken! This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Imagine tender pieces of chicken, perfectly stir-fried with vibrant vegetables like crisp snow peas and sweet red bell peppers, all coated in a luscious honey-soy sauce that strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory. The addition of crunchy cashews adds a satisfying crunch, making each bite a delightful experience.

In just 35 minutes, you can whip up this wholesome meal that serves four, making it perfect for family dinners or meal prep for the week ahead. With only 401 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. Plus, the recipe is versatile enough to be served over rice or enjoyed on its own, catering to your dietary preferences.

Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch, a satisfying main course, or a comforting dinner, this Honey Cashew Chicken is sure to impress. So grab your skillet and get ready to create a dish that’s not only nutritious but also bursting with flavor!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup cashew pieces unsalted
  • tablespoon cornstarch 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • tablespoon ginger fresh grated
  • cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 teaspoons honey 
  • tablespoons chicken broth low-sodium
  • medium onion thinly sliced
  • large bell pepper red seeded cut into strips
  • teaspoons sesame oil 
  • 1.3 pounds chicken breasts boneless skinless cut into 3/4-inch dice
  • cups snow peas trimmed
  • tablespoons soya sauce 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk 1 Tbsp. water with cornstarch until smooth.
  2. Whisk in honey, soy sauce and broth.
  3. Warm oil in a large skillet over high heat.
  4. Add onion, garlic, ginger and crushed red pepper; cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  5. Add chicken and stir-fry until opaque, 5 to 6 minutes.
  6. Add snow peas, bell pepper and cashews and continue stir-frying for 1 to 2 minutes. Stir reserved sauce and pour it into skillet. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes longer, stirring constantly, until sauce is bubbling and has thickened.
  7. Drizzle with sesame oil and serve over rice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories401kcal
Protein36.27%
Fat44.43%
Carbs19.3%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.12
Glycemic Load
3.62
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
30.110000172387%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.26mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
5.72mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:400.85kcal
20.04%
Fat:20g
30.76%
Saturated Fat:3.49g
21.8%
Carbohydrates:19.55g
6.52%
Net Carbohydrates:16.15g
5.87%
Sugar:8.21g
9.12%
Cholesterol:90.72mg
30.24%
Sodium:685.55mg
29.81%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.73g
73.46%
Vitamin C:86.5mg
104.85%
Vitamin B3:16.41mg
82.04%
Selenium:49.62µg
70.89%
Vitamin B6:1.42mg
70.82%
Phosphorus:461.5mg
46.15%
Vitamin A:1933.74IU
38.67%
Vitamin K:33.23µg
31.65%
Manganese:0.58mg
29.15%
Vitamin B5:2.75mg
27.45%
Magnesium:108.99mg
27.25%
Potassium:916.57mg
26.19%
Copper:0.49mg
24.37%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.54%
Iron:3.23mg
17.95%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.26%
Zinc:2.15mg
14.31%
Folate:56.37µg
14.09%
Fiber:3.4g
13.6%
Vitamin E:1.94mg
12.97%
Calcium:51.39mg
5.14%
Vitamin B12:0.31µg
5.1%
Source:My Recipes