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Sheet Pan Cashew Chicken Recipe

Sheet Pan Cashew Chicken Recipe: A Quick Family Favorite

Enjoy a quick and delicious Sheet Pan Cashew Chicken Recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights, featuring tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and vibrant veggies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 block firm tofu optional substitute
For the Cashew Mixture
  • 1 cup unsalted cashews can substitute with almonds or peanuts
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups bell peppers mixed red and green
  • 1 cup diced red onion or shallots for milder taste
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons honey can use agave or maple syrup
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Sheet Pan
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and ginger in a mixing bowl.
  3. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate in the prepared sauce for at least 15 minutes.
  4. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper. Arrange marinated chicken, chopped bell peppers, and diced onion on the sheet pan.
  5. Drizzle any leftover marinade over the pan and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  7. Add cashews and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until chicken is golden and cooked through.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, marinate chicken longer than 15 minutes and avoid overcrowding on the pan for even roasting.

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