Low Sodium Cashew Chicken

Discover a healthier twist on a classic favorite with this flavorful Low Sodium Cashew Chicken recipe! Packed with tender bites of seasoned chicken breast, vibrant stir-fried vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots, and a rich, tangy sauce made with low-sodium chicken broth, soy sauce, and a touch of honey, this dish delivers all the savory satisfaction you crave without the extra salt. The crunch of unsalted cashews adds the perfect finishing touch, while fresh ginger and garlic elevate the dish with aromatic depth. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy, heart-healthy dinner is perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a complete and wholesome meal your whole family will love! Keywords: low sodium cashew chicken, healthy stir fry recipe, low sodium dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 0.75 cup unsalted cashews
• 0.33 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 carrot, thinly sliced
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by cutting the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season them with black pepper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium chicken broth, low-sodium soy sauce, cornstarch, rice vinegar, honey, minced ginger, and minced garlic. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 6

Add the green bell pepper, red bell pepper, broccoli florets, and carrot slices to the skillet. Stir fry the vegetables for about 5 minutes until they are tender-crisp.

Step 7

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables.

Step 8

Pour the sauce prepared earlier over the chicken and vegetables in the skillet.

Step 9

Stir the mixture and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the chicken and vegetables.

Step 10

Add the unsalted cashews and green onions to the skillet and toss everything together.

Step 11

Remove from heat and serve the Low Sodium Cashew Chicken hot with rice or noodles, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1288.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1773.2

Total Fat 82.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 1504.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.5g	0%
Total Sugars 38.8g
Protein 170.9g	0%

Vitamin D 22.7IU	0%
Calcium 329.3mg	0%
Iron 16.1mg	0%
Potassium 2969.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.1%

Protein: 37.9%

Carbs: 21.0%