Easy Sheet Pan Cashew Chicken: A Quick and Delicious Weeknight Dinner
Enjoy a quick and delicious Easy Sheet Pan Cashew Chicken that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe combines tender chicken with crunchy cashews and vibrant vegetables, all cooked on a single sheet pan for easy cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup unsalted cashews
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 bell pepper sliced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
- Add chicken thighs to the bowl and marinate for 30 minutes.
- Spread the marinated chicken on a sheet pan, then add broccoli and bell pepper around the chicken.
- Top with cashews and bake for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Serve over rice for a complete meal.
- Add more vegetables if desired, such as snap peas or carrots.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: easy, quick, sheet pan, cashew chicken, weeknight dinner