Chinese: Szechwan Chicken & Cashews

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Advanced
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A classic stir-fry featuring tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and a savory-spicy sauce.
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Chinese: Szechwan Chicken & Cashews

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 123.8

Description

This Szechwan Chicken and Cashews dish is a vibrant, restaurant-quality meal that comes together quickly. The chicken is marinated for tenderness and then stir-fried to golden perfection, tossing it with crisp green onions and fresh ginger. The sauce is a balanced blend of soy, vinegar, and a touch of sugar, providing a glossy glaze that clings to every piece. Crushed red pepper adds a gentle heat that wakes up the palate without overwhelming it. Crunchy unsalted cashews provide a delightful textural contrast to the soft chicken. Serve it over steamed rice for a comforting, savory dinner that feels special yet remains simple enough for a busy weeknight.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Bone, skin, and cube the chicken breasts into 3/4-inch pieces.
  2. Marinate the chicken cubes in 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1 tablespoon Chinese rice wine (or dry sherry) for 30 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 2 teaspoons sugar, and 1 teaspoon white vinegar; set aside.
  4. Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add crushed red pepper flakes to taste and saut&# 195;© briefly until fragrant.
  6. Add the marinated chicken to the wok and stir-fry for 2 minutes until lightly browned.
  7. Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside.
  8. In the same wok, add sliced green onions and minced fresh ginger; stir-fry for 1 minute.
  9. Return the chicken to the wok.
  10. Cook for 2 more minutes, stirring constantly.
  11. Pour in the soy sauce mixture and any remaining chicken marinade; stir constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
  12. Toss in 1/2 cup unsalted cashews and stir to combine.
  13. Serve immediately over cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 123.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.7g5%
Saturated Fat 0.8g4%
Cholesterol 63.8mg22%
Sodium 55.5mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 23.2g47%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chinese, szechwan, chicken, cashews, stir fry, spicy, savory, ginger, soy sauce, weeknight dinner, rice, wok, quick meal, asian, protein, green onion
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