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Chicken Cashew and Broccoli Stir Fry 

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This Chicken Cashew and Broccoli Stir Fry is the perfect easy dinner. Ready in less than 30 minutes and it tastes better than takeout. 

Ingredients

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6 chicken thighs (boneless, skinless, cut into bite-size pieces)

1 tsp cornstarch

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp white pepper
1 small onion (diced)

2 cloves garlic (minced)

2 cups broccoli (cut into small bite-size pieces)

2 tbsp neutral oil

Stir Fry Sauce:

1/2 cup chicken broth (or water)

2 tbsp light soy sauce

2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp vegetarian oyster sauce

1 tbsp sesame oil

1 tsp cornstarch

1 cup of roasted cashews

Garnish:

Green onion and chili crisp

Instructions

Prepare the Sauce: 

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, light soy sauce, vegetarian oyster sauce, sesame oil, and honey. Set aside.

Prepare the chicken and the rest of the ingredients: 

  • Cut the chicken into small bite-size pieces. Add cornstarch, salt and pepper. Mix well and set aside. 
  • Cut the broccoli into small bite-size pieces. 
  • Mince the garlic and the onion. 

Cook the Chicken: 

  • Heat a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add a bit of oil, then add the chicken pieces. 
  • Cook for 7 minutes until the chicken is browned, crispy, and cooked through. 
  • Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.

Stir Fry the Aromatics: 

  • In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed. Add the minced garlic and onion. 
  • Stir fry for about 1 minute until fragrant. Remove and set aside.

     

Cook the Broccoli: 

  • Add the broccoli to the pan. Add a splash of water and cover with a lid to steam the broccoli.
  • Cook for 2-3 minutes until it starts to become tender but still crisp. 

Combine and Serve: 

  • Return the chicken, garlic, and onions back to the pan.
  • Add the sauce. 
  • Toss everything together, making sure the chicken and broccoli are evenly coated with the sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  • Add the roasted cashews. Toss again.

Garnish and Serve: 

  • Add chili crisp on top for extra flavor. 
  • Sprinkle with green onions on top before serving. Enjoy your Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry over steamed rice or noodles!

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Notes

  • Mise en place - make sure everything is ready before cooking. It comes together really fast. 
  • Make sure the chicken is crispy and fully cooked before removing it from the pan. Brown bits mean extra flavor. 
  • Add a splash of water to the broccoli and cover with a lid to steam it.