Description
One Pan Broccoli Cashew Chicken is a quick, flavorful stir-fry featuring juicy chicken, crisp broccoli, and crunchy cashews tossed in a savory, slightly sweet Asian-inspired sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy one-skillet meal is a healthy, satisfying alternative to takeout.
Ingredients
1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cups broccoli florets
1/2 cup roasted, unsalted cashews
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
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Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Set aside.
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Cook the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with pepper, and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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Cook the broccoli: In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil. Sauté broccoli for 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender.
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Combine: Return the chicken to the skillet. Pour in the sauce and toss to coat. Simmer for 2–3 minutes. Stir in cornstarch slurry if thicker sauce is desired.
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Add cashews: Stir in cashews and cook for another minute.
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Serve: Garnish with sliced green onions and serve over rice or noodles if desired.
Notes
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Spicy Version: Add chili garlic sauce or red pepper flakes.
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Vegetarian Option: Replace chicken with tofu or tempeh.
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Extra Veggies: Add bell peppers, snap peas, or mushrooms.
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Low-Carb Swap: Serve over cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 15min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéed, Stir-Fried, One-Pan
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
