Chinatown Cashew Chicken,Easy Chicken Recipe,Chicken Recipe

 Chinatown Cashew Chicken Easy Chicken Recipe

Introduction: Chinatown Cashew Chicken is a delicious and savory dish combining tender chicken pieces with crunchy cashews, all coated in a flavorful sauce. It's a perfect blend of textures and flavors that can be served over rice for a complete meal. This dish is inspired by the vibrant and bustling Chinatowns around the world, where a variety of authentic and mouth-watering dishes can be found.


Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cashews
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (slurry)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooked white rice, for serving
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)


Directions:

  1. Prepare the Chicken:

    • Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.

  2. Cook the Cashews:

    • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
    • Add the cashews and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
    • Remove the cashews from the skillet and set aside.

  3. Cook the Chicken:

    • In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
    • Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
    • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

  4. Cook the Vegetables:

    • Add the bell pepper, green onions, and garlic to the skillet.
    • Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 3-4 minutes.

  5. Make the Sauce:

    • In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and honey.
    • Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the vegetables.
    • Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes.

  6. Combine and Thicken:

    • Return the cooked chicken and cashews to the skillet.
    • Stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce.
    • Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened and everything is well-coated.

  7. Serve:

    • Serve the Chinatown Cashew Chicken over cooked white rice.
    • Garnish with sesame seeds, if desired.

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