Cashew Chicken

I love Wednesdays! That's the day I try a new recipe -- and in our house, we call this "What is it? Wednesday!". Jem and Brandon both look forward to seeing what new meal I've made - and I think it's helped expand my son's somewhat picky palate! A friend suggested that I take a photo of my finished meal...and I couldn't believe that I've not done this yet LOL (what with my love of blogging AND taking photos!). So here is my first "What is it? Wednesday" recipe -- our meal today, Cashew Chicken.

Step-by-Step

1. Toss 2 lbs chicken breast (pre-cut into 1" cubes) into a bowl with 2tsp fresh minced/juicy ginger, 2tbsp dry sherry & 1-1/2 tsp cornstach. Season with salt & marinate in the fridge.
2. In another bowl mix 1/2 cup chicken broth, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp sugar, 1 tbsp rice vinegar and 2 tsp cornstarch. Set aside.
3. In a large nonstick skillet cook the chicken over medium-high heat until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a bowl.
4. To same skillet, add 1 tsp vegetable oil, 2 chopped garlic cloves, 2/3 cup unsalted toasted cashews,and some scallion whites. Stir for 1 minute, then add the liquid mixture you had previously set aside. Allow to cook for a few minutes until the mixture thickens, then add the chicken and mix. Take off the heat.
5. Add some scallions on top and serve with white rice!

Comments

Kate said…
What an AWESOME Friend to suggest that! Thanks for posthing this Cathy! I wonder if that FRIEND is still waiting for her bite?!?! Looks yummy!
Angie Bolter said…
What a great idea Cathy!! I want to steal your idea! :) It'll get me out of the same ol rut...tacos, meatloaf, spaghetti...ugh! :) I think I'll start with this recipe! Thanks for sharing!!