Description
Looking for a fast, family-friendly dinner that’s loaded with flavor, packed with veggies, and easy to clean up? This Easy Sheet Pan Cashew Chicken Recipe is a game-changer for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
For the Chicken and Veggies:
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Sauce:
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (slurry to thicken sauce)
To Finish:
- 1/2 cup roasted unsalted cashews
- Cooked white or brown rice for serving
- Optional: chopped scallions or sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with oil.
Chop the chicken into bite-sized chunks. Slice the bell peppers, broccoli, and red onion. Keep the pieces roughly the same size for even roasting.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, bell peppers, broccoli, and onion. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat evenly. Spread everything out in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Set aside.
Bake the chicken and vegetables for 15 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven, pour the sauce over the chicken and veggies, and gently toss with a spatula. Return to the oven and roast for an additional 8–10 minutes.
Sprinkle the cashews over the dish and roast for another 2–3 minutes to toast them lightly. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Serve over rice and garnish with scallions or sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- Use a large sheet pan to avoid overcrowding; this ensures everything roasts instead of steams.
- Flip halfway for even browning.
- Use parchment paper for easier cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
Keywords: Easy Sheet Pan Cashew Chicken Recipe