Thai Cashew Chicken

Thai Cashew Chicken
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    45 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    3 hrs
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    349

Embark on a culinary journey to Thailand with this vibrant and flavorful dish. Tender chicken strips are marinated in a symphony of savory and spicy sauces, then stir-fried to perfection with crunchy cashews and fragrant jasmine rice. A delightful explosion of textures and tastes that will transport your senses.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    69 g
  • Cholesterol
    61 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    37 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    2252 mg
  • Sugar
    14 g
  • Fat
    28 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View In a resealable plastic bag, combine the soy sauce, fish sauce, hot pepper sauce, garlic, and ginger. Add the chicken strips, seal the bag, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight. (Marinating time: 2+ hours)

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02 Step

Recipe View In a medium saucepan, bring the jasmine rice and 2 cups of water to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed. (Cooking time: 20 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and cook until dissolved, about 1 minute. Add the sliced onion and cook for about 5 minutes, until softened and translucent. (Cooking time: 6 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. (Cooking time: 8-10 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View Pour the reserved marinade and 3/4 cup of water into the skillet. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly. (Cooking time: 5-7 minutes)

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06 Step

Recipe View Stir in the creamy peanut butter until it is fully incorporated into the sauce. Add the cashew nuts and stir to coat them evenly with the sauce. (Cooking time: 1 minute)

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07 Step

Recipe View Serve the Thai Cashew Chicken hot over the cooked jasmine rice. Garnish with extra cashews, if desired.

For an extra layer of flavor, add a splash of lime juice and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro before serving.
Adjust the amount of hot pepper sauce to your preference for spice.
If you don't have jasmine rice, you can use another type of rice, such as basmati or long-grain rice.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.1/ 5 ( 116 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Nathan Green

    This recipe is amazing! The chicken is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is perfectly balanced.

  • Kadin Littel

    I made this for my family and they loved it! It's definitely going into our regular rotation.

  • Lucious Kiehn

    I added some chopped bell peppers to the stir-fry for extra veggies, and it turned out great!

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