Easy Cashew Chicken

Ingredients and Weight:

• Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: 1 pound
• Cashews: 1/2 cup
• Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce: 1/4 cup
• Honey: 1/4 cup
• Brown sugar: 1/4 cup
• Rice vinegar: 2 tablespoons
• Sriracha sauce (optional): 1 teaspoon
• Green onions: 2, sliced
• Sesame seeds: 1 tablespoon

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
2. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
3. Add the soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and Sriracha (if using) to the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
4. Stir in the cashews and cook for 2 minutes more.
5. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutritional Information:

One serving (1/8 of the recipe) contains approximately:

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: 30 grams
• Protein: 25 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and sweet
• Crunchy cashews
• Slightly spicy (if Sriracha is used)
• Well-balanced flavors
• Easy to make and perfect for a quick meal

User Comments:

• "This dish was so easy to make and turned out so delicious! The combination of flavors was perfect." - Sarah W.
• "I love how versatile this recipe is. I added some broccoli for an extra serving of vegetables." - John S.
• "The cashews really make this dish! They add a nice crunch and nutty flavor." - Mary B.
• "I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit with my family." - Jessica D.
• "The only thing I would change is to add a little more Sriracha for a bit more heat." - Tom B.

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have rice vinegar, you can substitute white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
• If you want a thicker sauce, you can add a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water) to the skillet and cook until the sauce thickens.
• Serve this dish over rice or noodles.