Apricot Chicken With Cashews Recipe

Microwave your way to dinner with this unbelievably quick and easy Apricot Chicken with Cashews recipe! Inspired by Taste of Home, this dish is ready in under 30 minutes – perfect for busy weeknights. Sweet apricots and crunchy cashews complement tender chicken for a flavor explosion that's surprisingly sophisticated. Serve over fluffy rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 17 mins
Calories 371 kcal
Protein 60g
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Ingredients for Apricot Chicken With Cashews

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How to Make Apricot Chicken With Cashews

  1. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine chicken, apricots, cashews, chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, ginger, garlic powder, and red pepper (if using). Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Microwave on high for 8-10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened, stirring halfway through.
  3. Serve immediately over hot cooked rice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

65g

Fat

12g

Carbs

11g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Apricot Chicken With Cashews?

Apricot Chicken With Cashews takes about 32 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 17 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Apricot Chicken With Cashews?

Apricot Chicken With Cashews has approximately 371 calories per serving, with about 60 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 19 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Apricot Chicken With Cashews?

The key ingredients for Apricot Chicken With Cashews are Apricot Preserves, Soy Sauce, Chicken Broth, Vegetable Oil, Cornstarch, Garlic. See the full list with measurements above.

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