Honey Garlic Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli
A quick and flavorful stir-fry combining tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and fresh broccoli in a sweet honey garlic sauce. This chinese-inspired stir fry ready in about 25 minutes pairs cut into small pieces broccoli florets, unsalted cashews, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces chicken thighs
- 3 cups, cut into small pieces broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup, unsalted cashews
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp honey
- 4 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Step 1: Toss 1 lb cut chicken thighs with 1 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through, stirring occasionally.
- Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves to the chicken and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp honey, 4 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1/4 cup water. Bring sauce to a gentle boil and cook for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Step 4: Add 3 cups broccoli florets and 1/2 cup unsalted cashews to the pan. Stir-fry everything together for 4-5 minutes until broccoli is tender-crisp and sauce coats all ingredients.
- Step 5: Finish by drizzling 1 tsp sesame oil and tossing well before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey Garlic Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Honey Garlic Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep unsalted cashews from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey Garlic Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Honey Garlic Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Honey Garlic Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli?
Chinese stir fry like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Authentic and delicious! My kids loved the stir-fry and it was super quick to make.
- ★★★★★
This was a hit with my family! The honey garlic sauce was perfect and the cashews added the perfect crunch.
- ★★★★☆
The flavors were great, but I found it a bit bland. Next time I'll add more garlic.
