Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cubed
- 1/2 cup raw cashews
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup chopped onion and red bell pepper
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the sauce by whisking together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch in a small bowl; set aside. If using chicken breasts, lightly toss the cubed chicken with 1/2 teaspoon of cornstarch for a tender coating.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cashews and toast them for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden; remove the cashews and set aside.
- Step 3: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the wok. Add the cubed chicken and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside.
- Step 4: Reduce the heat slightly, then add the minced garlic, onion, and bell pepper to the wok. Stir-fry the vegetables for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Step 5: Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Whisk the prepared sauce mixture once more, pour it over the chicken and vegetables, and stir constantly until the sauce thickens and coats all the ingredients (about 1 minute).
- Step 6: Stir in the toasted cashews and serve immediately over steamed rice.
Notes
- For the freshest crunch, toast the cashews thoroughly and only fold them into the stir-fry 10 seconds before plating, ensuring they don't steam in the sauce.
- Leftovers will keep well for 3 days refrigerated in an airtight container, though for better texture, consider setting aside a few toasted cashews to garnish later servings.
- Reheat the chicken mixture in a skillet over medium heat, adding 1-2 teaspoons of water or chicken broth to help revitalize the sauce without drying out the meat.
- While delicious over steamed rice, this dish pairs beautifully with a side of quick-blanched snow peas or sugar snap peas for a fresh, complementary green bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American