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Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Cashew Stir Fry

This Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Cashew Stir Fry is a quick, flavorful meal packed with tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and crunchy cashews!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce:
  • 1 cup Soy Sauce low-sodium if preferred
  • 3 teaspoons Minced Garlic
  • 3 tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
For the Stir Fry:
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast or Thigh cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 cups Broccoli Florets fresh
  • 1 cup Cashews
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 teaspoon Cornstarch

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. In a small bowl, combine 1 cup of soy sauce, 3 teaspoons of minced garlic, 3 tablespoons of brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet or wok, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound of boneless skinless chicken breast or thigh, cut into bite-sized pieces. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Once the chicken is cooked, add 3 cups of broccoli florets to the skillet. Stir fry for about 3-4 minutes, until the broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
  4. In a small bowl, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 1 cup of chicken broth until smooth. Pour this mixture over the chicken and broccoli. Stir to combine.
  5. Add the prepared sauce to the skillet. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and broccoli.
  6. Finally, add 1 cup of cashews to the stir fry. Toss everything together, allowing the cashews to warm through.
  7. Serve your Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Cashew Stir Fry hot, over steamed rice or noodles, if desired.

Notes

  • This dish is versatile—swap out vegetables based on what you have on hand.
  • Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick!
  • For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.