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Savory Sheet Pan Cashew Chicken

  • Author: madison
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A simple yet delicious dish featuring succulent chicken, crunchy cashews, and colorful bell peppers, perfect for effortless weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup unsalted cashews
  • 2 cups bell peppers (vibrant red and green)
  • 1 medium red onion
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos)
  • 2 tablespoons honey (or agave syrup for a vegan option)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil (olive oil works as a substitute)
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon minced ginger


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Mix the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger in a large bowl.
  3. Add the chicken pieces to the bowl. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Allow the chicken to marinate for 15-20 minutes, or longer for deeper flavor.
  5. Slice the bell peppers and onion while the chicken marinates.
  6. Transfer the chicken to a sheet pan, spreading it evenly.
  7. Scatter the bell peppers and onion around the chicken.
  8. Sprinkle cashews over the top of the chicken and vegetables.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
  10. Check for doneness; the internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
  11. Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For a charred flavor, increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) during the last few minutes of cooking.