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Basil Chicken And Cashew Nuts Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful Basil Chicken & Cashew Stir-Fry, inspired by Elizabeth Chong's Easy Chinese Cookbook! This recipe is quick, easy, and packed with fresh basil, crunchy cashews, and tender chicken. We've boosted the veggie content and skipped the sugar for a healthier, lighter twist on a classic. Get ready for a delicious 20-minute meal!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 431.4 kcal
Protein 66g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Basil Chicken And Cashew Nuts 115

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Basil Chicken And Cashew Nuts

  • 3 tablespoons peanut oil
  • 1 cup cashew nuts
  • 1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 1-2 red chilies, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into thin slices
  • 1 tablespoon palm sugar (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • juice of 1/2 lime (or lemon)
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • steamed rice

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How to Make Basil Chicken And Cashew Nuts

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons peanut oil in a pre-heated wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1 cup cashew nuts and fry until light golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Remove cashews and set aside on paper towels to drain.
  4. Add 1 tablespoon peanut oil to the wok.
  5. Add 1/2 medium onion (thinly sliced), 1-2 red chilies (finely chopped), and 2 cloves garlic (minced) and stir-fry until lightly browned, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add 3/4 cup fresh basil leaves and stir-fry until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  7. Add 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast (cut into thin slices) and stir-fry for 2 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
  8. Stir in the reserved cashews and the remaining 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves.
  9. Add 1 tablespoon palm sugar (or to taste), the juice of 1/2 lime (or lemon), 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon fish sauce. Stir to combine.
  10. Serve hot over steamed rice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

25g

Carbs

5g

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