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A fork holds a piece of tender chicken and broccoli over a plate filled with a vibrant chicken cashew and broccoli stir fry, accented by red bell pepper. In the background, a bowl brims with the same delicious ensemble.
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Chicken Cashew And Broccoli Stir Fry For Busy Weeknights

Try this easy one pan chicken cashew and broccoli stir fry to enjoy a quick Chinese-inspired Asian dinner perfect for busy week nights!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: chicken cashew and broccoli stir fry
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 263kcal

Equipment

  • Large frying pan

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 ½ tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lb chicken breast diced in ½ inch pieces
  • 1 red pepper diced
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 20 dry roasted salted cashews chopped

Instructions

  • In a large frying pan, heat half of the avocado oil and sesame oil with the garlic, ginger, and diced chicken breasts.
    2 tbsp avocado oil, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 ½ tbsp fresh ginger, 3 cloves garlic, 1 lb chicken breast
  • Cook until the ingredients are browned and the chicken is cooked through.
  • Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate then set it aside for now.
  • Using the same pan, add the remaining avocado and sesame oils with the broccoli and red pepper.
    1 red pepper, 2 cups broccoli florets
  • Cook for about three minutes.
  • Add the cooked chicken along with the soy sauce to the frying pan.
    2 tbsp soy sauce
  • Continue to stir the mixture constantly for about 5 to 10 minutes, or until the vegetables have become tender and the mixture is heated through.
  • Sprinkle the chopped cashews on top.
    20 dry roasted salted cashews
  • Transfer to a plate, serve, and enjoy!

Notes

  • Prep Them All: The cooking process for this dish happens very quickly, so it’s better to have all your ingredients prepped up and ready to go before you start.
  • Roast For Extra Flavor: Using toasted cashew nuts in this recipe gives them extra flavor and crunch, which makes your dish taste way better.
  • Blanch For Color: Consider blanching or steaming the broccoli florets for a minute or two before stir-frying them, as this extra step helps them retain their bright color.
  • Bite-Sized Wonders: Cut both the chicken and broccoli florets into bite-sized pieces to ensure a more thorough and even cooking in the pan.
  • Stock Up: If the stir-fry looks too dry, add a splash of chicken stock or chicken broth to moisten it.

Nutrition

Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 683mg | Potassium: 693mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1249IU | Vitamin C: 81mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg