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Skip the takeout and make this Cashew Chicken<\/strong> stir-fry right at home. With tender meat, crisp veggies, and crunchy roasted cashews coated in rich, savory-sweet brown sauce, it’s a mouthwatering meal the whole family will love.<\/p>\n

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We love cooking, but with this and that going on some days, putting dinner together can feel overwhelming. Thank goodness for easy stir-fries; a satisfying meal on the table requires hardly any effort.<\/p>\n

If you’re on the hunt for a fuss-free dish to rescue your busy weeknight, this cashew chicken recipe is your lifesaver! It has a simple list of ingredients, is ready in minutes, and cooks in one pan, yet it tastes like the best takeout from your favorite Chinese restaurant. Or better.<\/p>\n

Ingredient notes<\/span><\/h2>\n
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You can use boneless, skinless chicken breast for a leaner cut or thigh meat if you prefer something juicier. The usual aromatics, garlic and onions, enhance flavor. Snow peas add freshness; feel free to swap in other veggies like bell peppers or celery. Toss in some roasted cashews for extra crunch.<\/p>\n

Stir-fry sauce ingredients<\/span><\/h2>\n

I use my tried-and-tested brown sauce made of light soy sauce, oyster sauce, Chinese cooking wine, cornstarch, sugar, and pepper. This fabulous concoction is my go-to sauce for all my favorite stir-fry dishes, such as this beef and baby corn<\/a> and this shrimp and snow peas<\/a>.<\/p>\n

It’s a base recipe you can easily tweak to suit your tastes. Want it sweeter? Adjust the amount of sugar. A little spicy? Toss in a dash of red pepper flakes or a dollop of Sriracha sauce. <\/p>\n

Velveting method<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Ever wonder how your favorite takeout spots get their chicken so incredibly tender and silky? It all comes down to a simple technique called velveting<\/em>. Tossing the chicken in a bit of cornstarch creates a protective seal from high-heat cooking and locks in moisture, keeping the meat from drying out.<\/p>\n

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Coating the chicken in cornstarch should also help thicken the sauce. If you want to adjust the consistency further, whisk in a cornstarch slurry (about \u00bd teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 to 3 tablespoons water until smooth) during the last few minutes of cooking.<\/p>\n

How to roast cashews<\/span><\/h2>\n

Cashews are an essential component of this chicken stir-fry. Toast them to bring out their best flavor and aroma. Here are three ways to roast them.<\/p>\n