Easy Sheet Pan Cashew Chicken Recipe for Busy Weeknights Recipe
This Easy Sheet Pan Cashew Chicken Recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and crunchy cashews come together in a flavorful marinade, all cooked to perfection on a sheet pan for a hassle-free meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 55-60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For The Chicken and Vegetables:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red onion, diced
- 1 cup unsalted cashews
For The Marinade:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Garnishing:
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Make the Marinade: Mix soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a bowl.
- Marinate the Chicken: Coat chicken in the marinade and let it sit for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare the Sheet Pan: Arrange chicken, bell peppers, and onion on a sheet pan.
- Add Seasoning: Drizzle remaining marinade, salt, and pepper over the chicken and veggies.
- Bake the Chicken: Bake for 20 minutes, then stir and add cashews for another 10-15 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh cilantro over the dish before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Sheet Pan Cashew Chicken, Easy Weeknight Dinner, One-Pan Meal, Asian-Inspired Recipe
