Honey Cashew Chicken With Rice

Submitted by DailyInspiration

"What's not to love -- a delicious, healthy recipe from Cooking Light. Cooking time does not include preparation of rice."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 17
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 cup cooked rice
• 2 chicken breast halves, boneless, skinless (cut into 1-inch cubes)
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup frozen shelled edamame
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1⁄2 cup dry-roasted cashew nuts (unsalted)
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce

directions

1. Cook rice according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
2. Combine chicken and next 3 ingredients in a bowl; toss to coat. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add canola oil and sesame oil. Add chicken mixture and saute for 4 minutes or until lightly browned. Increase heat to high, and add broccoli and the next 4 ingredients (through red bell pepper). Cook 5 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender and chicken is done, stirring frequently. Stir in cashews.
3. Combine vinegar and remaining ingredients in a small bowl; stir with a whisk. Add vinegar mixture to chicken mixture; toss to coat. Serve with rice.