Ww 8 Points Cashew Chicken

Discover a healthier take on a beloved takeout favorite with this Weight Watchers-friendly Cashew Chicken recipe, packed with flavor and only 8 points per serving! Tender chunks of stir-fried chicken breast are paired with crisp red bell peppers, zucchini, and crunchy roasted cashews, all coated in a luscious homemade sauce featuring low-sodium soy sauce, hoisin, and a touch of honey. Enhanced with fragrant garlic and fresh ginger, this dish is a perfect blend of savory and slightly sweet flavors. Serve it over fluffy brown or jasmine rice for a wholesome, protein-packed meal that comes together in just 35 minutes. Ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, this vibrant recipe balances indulgence and nutrition without sacrificing flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Skinless boneless chicken breast
• 2 teaspoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1.5 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1.5 teaspoons Honey
• 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
• 1.5 tablespoons Water
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Zucchini, diced
• 0.5 cup Unsalted roasted cashews
• 2 whole Green onions, sliced
• 2 cups Brown or jasmine rice, cooked

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, cornstarch, and water until smooth. This will be your sauce.

Step 3

Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until cooked through and no longer pink. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, heat the remaining teaspoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, diced bell pepper, and zucchini. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 5

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring constantly for about 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the chicken and vegetables.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the cashews.

Step 8

Serve the cashew chicken over cooked rice, and garnish with sliced green onions. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1416.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1988.1

Total Fat 76.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 450.5mg	0%
Sodium 2209.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 156.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.2g	0%
Total Sugars 28.9g
Protein 172.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 193.2mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 2435.5mg	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: 34.4%

Protein: 34.4%

Carbs: 31.2%