Description
20 Minute Cashew Chicken Noodles are a delicious and vibrant dish perfect for those busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends. This quick recipe combines tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and savory noodles in a spicy and tangy sauce, all ready in just 20 minutes! With its rich flavors and delightful textures, itโs sure to impress everyone at the table. Not only is this dish quick to prepare, but it also uses wholesome ingredients packed with protein and healthy fats, making it both satisfying and nutritious. Whether youโre hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, these flavorful noodles will become your go-to meal.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup hoisin sauce
- 1/3 cup tamari or soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- 1 tablespoon chili paste (I like gochujang)
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- black pepper and chili flakes to taste
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil (or olive oil)
- 10โ12 ounces ramen noodles or rice noodles, cooked
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken thighs, breasts, or tenders, cubed
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons arrowroot powder or cornstarch
- 1/2 cup cashews
- 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
- Green onions, chopped
Instructions
- In a glass jar, combine hoisin sauce, tamari or soy sauce, vinegar, chili paste, garlic, ground ginger, and black pepper. Add 1/3 cup water to adjust consistency. Shake well.
- Cook ramen or rice noodles in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until soft. Drain.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add cubed chicken along with garlic powder, ground ginger, black pepper, and cornstarch. Toss with tamari or soy sauce; cook for about 8 minutes until browned.
- Stir in cashews; cook for an additional 2 minutes until golden.
- Pour in the prepared sauce; cook until it thickens slightly. Add cooked noodles; toss to coat evenly.
- Serve hot topped with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding vegetables such as bell peppers or snap peas. Adjust spice levels by modifying the amount of chili paste used. Prep ingredients ahead of time to streamline your cooking process.