Description
Looking for the best sheet pan cashew chicken? This quick, easy, and simple recipe is colorful, flavorful, and perfect for weeknight dinners! Great for meal prep ideas, easy family dinners, or a healthy takeout-inspired meal at home. This easy recipe is the best way to enjoy homemade cashew chicken. Save this quick dinner idea today!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast or thighs, chopped
- 2 bell peppers, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 cup cashews
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds, optional (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
- Add chicken, bell peppers, and onion to a large bowl. Pour most of the sauce over and toss to coat.
- Spread chicken and veggies on the sheet pan in a single layer.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked and veggies are slightly charred.
- Add cashews during last 5 minutes of roasting to toast.
- Drizzle remaining sauce over the cooked dish. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Add broccoli or snap peas for extra veggies.
- Add sriracha for a spicy kick.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan to ensure proper roasting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sheet Pan
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired