Cashew Chicken and Asparagus Stir-Fry
Indulge in a vibrant Cashew Chicken and Asparagus Stir-Fry that transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality dish. With tender chicken, crisp asparagus, and crunchy cashews, each bite bursts with flavor. This quick and easy meal is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a weeknight dinner with family. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s guaranteed to become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), diced
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 cup raw or lightly salted cashews
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients. Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add chicken and season with salt; cook until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add asparagus; cook until bright green and tender-crisp (about 3-4 minutes).
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil; pour over the stir-fry and mix well.
- Fold in cashews gently before removing from heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Customize the dish by substituting asparagus with broccoli or bell peppers. For extra spice, add red pepper flakes or sriracha during cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days and reheat gently.