🥡 Golden, crispy chicken tossed in a savory-sweet garlic sauce, loaded with crunchy cashews—this dish tastes just like your favorite Chinese takeout but is ready in 30 minutes! Serve over steamed rice with veggies for a complete meal.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Faster than delivery – Ready in 30 mins flat!
✅ Crispy without deep-frying – Uses a quick pan-sear method.
✅ Perfect sauce balance – Sweet, savory, and slightly tangy.
✅ Meal-prep friendly – Reheats like a dream.
✅ Ad-optimized structure – Keeps readers scrolling (and ads loading!).
Ingredients
(Serves 4)
For the Chicken:
1.5 lbs (700g) boneless chicken thighs, cubed (or breasts for leaner option)
3 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice wine or sherry
1 egg white (optional, for extra crispiness)
3 tbsp oil (for frying)
For the Sauce:
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp hoisin sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp honey (or brown sugar)
½ cup (120ml) chicken broth
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp cornstarch (to thicken)
For Stir-Frying:
1 cup (150g) cashews, raw or toasted
1 bell pepper, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1-inch ginger, grated
3 green onions, sliced
Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Step-by-Step Instructions
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